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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

MarShawn Lloyd vs Tank BigsbyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tank Bigsby is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.6 PPG to MarShawn Lloyd's 6.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tank Bigsby is the better fantasy play this season.

Tank Bigsby is the better play on a neutral week. 8.6 PPG with 830 yards gives a reliable baseline. MarShawn Lloyd at 6.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Tank Bigsby higher, but do not fade MarShawn Lloyd entirely.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBGreen Bay Packers#99

MarShawn Lloyd

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

325

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

112

Bye

Week 10

RBJacksonville Jaguars#99PPG LEADER

Tank Bigsby

PPG

8.6

Games

Rush Yds

745

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

MarShawn Lloyd

Tank Bigsby

Head to Head

6.8 PPG8.6 PPG

12 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

MarShawn Lloyd: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Tank Bigsby: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, MarShawn Lloyd is producing at 31% of elite pace and Tank Bigsby at 39%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

MarShawn Lloyd vs Tank Bigsby: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between MarShawn Lloyd and Tank Bigsby is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Green Bay Packers running back put up 6.8 PPG in 2025 over 12 games; Tank Bigsby of the Jacksonville Jaguars averaged 8.6 in 16. A 1.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 1.8 points favors Tank Bigsby, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. MarShawn Lloyd ran for 325 yards and 3 touchdowns; Tank Bigsby posted 745 and 6. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: MarShawn Lloyd sits Week 10 while Tank Bigsby is off Week 12. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: MarShawn Lloyd (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Tank Bigsby (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Tank Bigsby outscored MarShawn Lloyd by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tank Bigsby played 16 games in 2025 compared to MarShawn Lloyd's 12. That durability gap means Tank Bigsby contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tank Bigsby scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

MarShawn Lloyd vs Tank Bigsby: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	MarShawn Lloyd	Tank Bigsby
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.8	8.6
Games Played	12	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	82	138
Rushing Yards	325	745
Rush Yds/Game	27.1	46.6
Rushing TDs	3	6
Receptions	16	12
Receiving Yards	112	85
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	3	6
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 12

Summary

8.6 PPG for Tank Bigsby versus 6.8 for MarShawn Lloyd in 2025. The baseline favors Tank Bigsby, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start MarShawn Lloyd or Tank Bigsby in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tank Bigsby has the edge at 8.6 PPG compared to MarShawn Lloyd's 6.8 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did MarShawn Lloyd and Tank Bigsby average in 2025?▾

MarShawn Lloyd averaged 6.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Tank Bigsby averaged 8.6 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

When are MarShawn Lloyd and Tank Bigsby's bye weeks in 2026?▾

MarShawn Lloyd (GB) has a bye in Week 10, and Tank Bigsby (JAX) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is MarShawn Lloyd or Tank Bigsby a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tank Bigsby outscored MarShawn Lloyd by 1.8 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.