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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

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

MarShawn Lloyd is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.8 PPG to Ty Johnson's 5.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

MarShawn Lloyd is the better fantasy play this season.

MarShawn Lloyd is the better play on a neutral week. 6.8 PPG with 437 yards gives a reliable baseline. Ty Johnson at 5.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft MarShawn Lloyd higher, but do not fade Ty Johnson 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#99PPG LEADER

MarShawn Lloyd

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

325

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

112

Bye

Week 10

RBBuffalo Bills#99

Ty Johnson

PPG

5.2

Games

Rush Yds

200

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

263

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

MarShawn Lloyd

Ty Johnson

Head to Head

6.8 PPG5.2 PPG

12 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

MarShawn Lloyd: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Ty Johnson: 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 Johnson at 24%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

MarShawn Lloyd vs Ty Johnson: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between MarShawn Lloyd and Ty Johnson is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Green Bay Packers running back put up 6.8 PPG in 2025 over 12 games; Ty Johnson of the Buffalo Bills averaged 5.2 in 17. A 1.6-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 1.6 points favors MarShawn Lloyd, 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; Ty Johnson posted 200 and 3. 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 Ty Johnson 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. Ty Johnson (age 28, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•MarShawn Lloyd outscored Ty Johnson by a projected 27 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ty Johnson played 17 games in 2025 compared to MarShawn Lloyd's 12. That durability gap means Ty Johnson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ty Johnson scored 5 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 Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	MarShawn Lloyd	Ty Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.8	5.2
Games Played	12	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	82	88
Rushing Yards	325	200
Rush Yds/Game	27.1	11.8
Rushing TDs	3	3
Receptions	16	24
Receiving Yards	112	263
Targets	0	33
Total TDs	3	5
Age	-	28
Experience	-	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 12

Summary

6.8 PPG for MarShawn Lloyd versus 5.2 for Ty Johnson 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 Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, MarShawn Lloyd has the edge at 6.8 PPG compared to Ty Johnson's 5.2 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 Johnson average in 2025?▾

MarShawn Lloyd averaged 6.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Ty Johnson averaged 5.2 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.6 points per game.

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

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

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

MarShawn Lloyd outscored Ty Johnson by 1.6 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.