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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

MarShawn Lloyd vs Ty ChandlerWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

MarShawn Lloyd is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.8 PPG to Ty Chandler's 5.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

MarShawn Lloyd is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, MarShawn Lloyd and Ty Chandler are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.9-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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RBGreen Bay Packers#99PPG LEADER

MarShawn Lloyd

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

325

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

112

Bye

Week 10

RBMinnesota Vikings#99

Ty Chandler

PPG

5.9

Games

Rush Yds

265

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

135

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

MarShawn Lloyd

Ty Chandler

Head to Head

6.8 PPG5.9 PPG

12 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

MarShawn Lloyd: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Ty Chandler: 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 Ty Chandler at 27%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

MarShawn Lloyd vs Ty Chandler: The Full Breakdown

The gap between MarShawn Lloyd and Ty Chandler is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.9 PPG in 2025, this is one of those running back decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. MarShawn Lloyd averaged 6.8 PPG with the Green Bay Packers across 12 games, and Ty Chandler posted 5.9 with the Minnesota Vikings in 14.

When two running backs are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. MarShawn Lloyd ran for 325 yards and 3 touchdowns; Ty Chandler posted 265 and 2. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

MarShawn Lloyd has his bye in Week 10, and Ty Chandler rests in Week 6. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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. Ty Chandler (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•MarShawn Lloyd outscored Ty Chandler by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ty Chandler played 14 games in 2025 compared to MarShawn Lloyd's 12. That durability gap means Ty Chandler contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•MarShawn Lloyd scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

MarShawn Lloyd vs Ty Chandler: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	MarShawn Lloyd	Ty Chandler
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.8	5.9
Games Played	12	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	82	83
Rushing Yards	325	265
Rush Yds/Game	27.1	18.9
Rushing TDs	3	2
Receptions	16	18
Receiving Yards	112	135
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	3	3
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 6

Summary

6.8 PPG for MarShawn Lloyd versus 5.9 for Ty Chandler in 2025. The baseline favors MarShawn Lloyd, 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 Ty Chandler in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, MarShawn Lloyd has the edge at 6.8 PPG compared to Ty Chandler's 5.9 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 Ty Chandler average in 2025?▾

MarShawn Lloyd averaged 6.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Ty Chandler averaged 5.9 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

When are MarShawn Lloyd and Ty Chandler's bye weeks in 2026?▾

MarShawn Lloyd (GB) has a bye in Week 10, and Ty Chandler (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is MarShawn Lloyd or Ty Chandler a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

MarShawn Lloyd outscored Ty Chandler by 0.9 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.