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Acme Packing Company fantasy football takes on MarShawn Lloyd
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PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd played 30 snaps and led the Packers backfield in carries with 13 for 37 yards in Week 1, outcarrying snap-leader Chris Brooks (seven carries for 29 yards) and suggesting a potential lead role in the committee.NegativeUsageSep 13, 2026
Lloyd took a loss of three yards on a carry as the Packers' running game fell apart late in the game with Brian Flores sending the house. The Packers gained just 66 yards on the ground for the entire game.NegativeRoleSep 10, 2026
Lloyd's role in Week 1 against the Vikings extends beyond traditional running back duties; the source explicitly notes that the Packers will need a strong effort from Lloyd to help keep Jordan Love on his feet through pass protection, indicating he will be relied upon for blitz pickup and protection responsibilities against Flores' aggressive defensive scheme.PositiveRoleSep 9, 2026
If Lloyd can stay healthy, he and Chris Brooks should be able to put together a more-or-less competent backfield; Lloyd is positioned as the primary RB option in the Packers' committee approach for 2026.NegativeInjurySep 9, 2026
Marshawn Lloyd has an extensive injury history, having injured just about every body part known to man and several previously unknown to science; his health status is critical to whether the Packers can field a competent backfield in 2026.NegativeUsageSep 9, 2026
If Belton starts at right tackle, the Packers' offensive game plan will be severely constrained. To protect Jordan Love, Green Bay will likely spend much of the game handing off to Marshawn Lloyd and manufacturing quick-game touches, which does not showcase his skill set and limits the offense's ability to attack downfield.NegativeRoleSep 8, 2026
Running back returning to action after being injured for entire 2025 regular season despite being member of Packers' active roster at some point in 2025; now available as new contributor for 2026 season.PositiveRoleSep 4, 2026
Expected to be the Packers' top ball-carrier to start the 2026 season due to Josh Jacobs being on the commissioner exempt list; has played only 10 regular-season snaps through Year 3 of his pro career after dealing with a series of injuries since being drafted in the third round in 2024, but is positioned to lead the running game at least until Jacobs' legal situation is resolved.NegativeRoleSep 3, 2026
Lloyd is positioned as the de facto number one running back for the Packers heading into Week 1 following Josh Jacobs' legal situation. After two seasons plagued by injury and illness (including appendix issues his rookie year), Lloyd now faces elevated expectations and a significant role with real contributions expected. The source frames this as both opportunity and challenge: 'I'm excited for MarShawn Lloyd. I'm worried for MarShawn Lloyd,' noting the intensity of the spotlight has ratcheted up considerably and he can't be just one of the guys in the backfield anymore.NegativeInjurySep 2, 2026
The source expresses durability concern about Lloyd with a direct plea to avoid injury, suggesting health is a key risk factor for his 2026 season.NegativeDepth ChartSep 1, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd is expected to be active on the gameday roster for Week 1; the Packers will likely keep three running backs active, though there is a small chance Kaleb Johnson could be scratched early in the season to allow him more time to learn the playbook.PositiveRoleAug 30, 2026
Expected to be part of the Packers' regular season running back rotation alongside Kaleb Johnson and Chris Brooks following Josh Jacobs' placement on the commissioner exempt list.NegativeRoleAug 28, 2026
Lloyd is positioned as a potential backup running back in a committee scenario with Pierre Strong Jr. and Chris Brooks if the Packers move on from Josh Jacobs. The source is not a huge fan of Lloyd but acknowledges a committee of Strong, Lloyd, and Brooks would probably be fine. Lloyd is described as larger than Strong but not as athletic, and the source prefers Strong as the better complement to Jacobs' power-running style.NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026
Running back Marshawn Lloyd participated in a drill during training camp at Ray Nitschke Field.PositiveBreakoutAug 24, 2026
Running back has delivered encouraging performances in his bid to secure the Packers' RB2 role through two preseason games, including a touchdown in the first game—his first competitive touchdown since November 2023. The source notes this year feels different from past preseason flashes, but Lloyd still needs to prove consistency in regular season play, as he has yet to complete a full regular season unscathed.PositiveDepth ChartAug 23, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd is listed as a roster lock at running back for the Packers going into the 2026 regular season.PositiveUsageAug 23, 2026
Lloyd scored a TD reception on Dropback 7 in the red zone from a Nub formation. Lloyd ran an option route from the backfield on the left side of the formation while Josh Whyle ran a corner route. Love worked back to the left and found Lloyd in the middle of the field. Lloyd showed nice route technique, pushing out to keep inside leverage on the defender before cutting back inside to find open grass. Skyy Moore noted it was awesome to see Lloyd get this TD after everything he has been through over the last couple of years.PositiveRoleAug 22, 2026
Lloyd is projected to make the 53-man roster as the Packers' second running back.PositiveDepth ChartAug 22, 2026
Lloyd is listed second on the post-Week 2 Packers running back depth chart behind Josh Jacobs, establishing him as the primary backup running back.NegativeUsageAug 22, 2026
Lloyd played 7 snaps with the second-team offense, continuing a pattern from the previous week; he played the most snaps among the Packers' top healthy running back trio before handing off to other backs.PositiveRoleAug 22, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd remained the top ball-carrier with the first-team unit (8 snaps) with Josh Jacobs out with a groin injury. Lloyd took all nine snaps last week and split reps with Chris Brooks this week, establishing himself as the lead back in Jacobs' absence.PositiveRoleAug 22, 2026
Running back caught a touchdown on an option route from quarterback Jordan Love on the starting offense's opening drive, which lasted 12 plays and went 63 yards for a score.PositiveRoleAug 19, 2026
Backup running back with more athletic profile and better acceleration than starter Josh Jacobs; better suited for an outside zone-heavy running game, which would align with the Packers' apparent shift toward more athletic interior linemen like Burton and Monk. If the Packers transition away from Jacobs, Lloyd could see increased carry distribution that tracks closely with the composition of the interior offensive line.NegativeRoleAug 18, 2026
Lloyd is on track for his first healthy season as a backup running back; his availability could become more significant if Josh Jacobs faces a potential suspension before the 2026 regular season.NegativeUsageAug 18, 2026
Lloyd featured on a WR screen in preseason dropback 4 as part of the Packers RPO game. Lloyd motioned to create an empty formation, making this essentially a predetermined read rather than a true option route. This represents part of the Packers' offensive scheme expansion with Lloyd in a receiving role.PositiveRoleAug 16, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd played all first-team offensive snaps and received the first snaps with the second team in the preseason opener against Pittsburgh, establishing himself as the lead back in the absence of Josh Jacobs.PositiveRoleAug 15, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd got all 9 snaps with the first-team offense in the preseason opener, securing the lead running back role with the starters; Josh Jacobs (groin) and Chris Brooks (hamstring) were both held out with injuries.NegativeDepth ChartAug 14, 2026
The source projects MarShawn Lloyd as the third running back in the Packers' Week 1 backfield alongside Josh Jacobs and Chris Brooks.NegativeDepth ChartAug 13, 2026
Lloyd has been limited to 10 snaps across two regular seasons but is currently the team's #2 ball-carrier and would be #1 if anything happens to Josh Jacobs; preseason evaluation will reveal how he looks in live action after minimal NFL experience.NegativeInjuryAug 13, 2026
Lloyd has appeared in only 1 regular season game since being drafted in 2024; a recurring hamstring injury wiped out his entire 2025 season, and other injuries have repeatedly interrupted his development. The fundamental question surrounding Lloyd remains: How good is he? That question is difficult to answer on a practice field without live tackling.PositiveBreakoutAug 13, 2026
Lloyd showed encouraging early returns from training camp after working with a California sports specialist; Packers.com reported in July that Lloyd had avoided setbacks and rediscovered the burst and one-cut explosiveness that initially caught the attention of pro scouts. With Josh Jacobs sidelined during an Aug. 6 practice, Lloyd scored twice while working with the first-team offense, demonstrating explosiveness in live situations.PositiveRoleAug 13, 2026
Lloyd is expected to play in the preseason opener against Pittsburgh; offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich confirmed Lloyd would play and noted that every healthy practice increases his confidence that the running back has moved beyond his injury problems. The Packers need to see Lloyd catch the ball, protect Jordan Love, handle contact, and finish the preseason healthy.NegativeDepth ChartAug 11, 2026
Listed behind Chris Brooks as the second-string running back on the Packers' first unofficial training camp depth chart.NegativeDepth ChartAug 8, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd is projected as the second running back on the Packers' 2026 roster behind Josh Jacobs.PositiveRoleAug 8, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd is the lead running back for the Packers, ahead of Josh Jacobs, Chris Brooks, Pierre Strong Jr., Damien Martinez, and Jaden Nixon in the depth chart.PositiveBreakoutAug 7, 2026
Lloyd is expected to contribute in the regular season for the Packers in 2026; the source expresses excitement about seeing Lloyd play in regular season action, suggesting optimism about his potential impact on the running back room.PositiveBreakoutAug 7, 2026
Lloyd is displaying explosive play and health in training camp, including a backflip celebration after scoring a touchdown in practice on Thursday. His dynamic performance and apparent full health position him as a potential quality change-of-pace second running back for the Packers this season, with significant upside if he can stay healthy given uncertainty around Josh Jacobs' long-term future due to legal issues and contract concerns.PositiveBreakoutAug 6, 2026
The source reports momentum building for running back MarShawn Lloyd in Year 3 after dealing with a series of injuries; Lloyd has only played 10 regular-season snaps after being taken in the third round but made several plays in camp today and got the majority of snaps with the starting offense while Jacobs was sidelined. Lloyd is described as "very, very fast" and caught a TD wide open during 11-on-11 drills, doing a backflip after the catch. At the moment, Lloyd projects to be the Packers' number two ball-carrier in 2026, only behind Jacobs.PositiveRoleAug 5, 2026
Third-round running back who has been limited to 10 regular-season snaps over two seasons due to injury is looking good in camp, per offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich. Stenavich is hoping Lloyd gets a big workload in the preseason to build on his limited live snaps in NFL games, suggesting opportunity for increased role development.PositiveRoleAug 5, 2026
The former third-round pick out of USC has been plagued by injuries during his first two NFL seasons, appearing in just one game with six carries for 15 yards, but showed up to training camp looking healthy with the burst and speed that made him a Day 2 draft pick. Lloyd's ideal play style as a change-of-pace RB with elite speed makes him a potential breakout candidate if he can stay on the field; the Packers can utilize his speed in a variety of ways.NegativeInjuryJul 27, 2026
Running back durability and health status is a key concern for 2026; the Packers must determine whether MarShawn Lloyd can stay healthy throughout the season, which directly impacts his role and fantasy relevance.PositiveBreakoutJul 27, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd is positioned near the top of the Packers' 2026 training camp watch list, signaling strong organizational interest in his development and potential emergence as a key contributor.PositiveRoleJul 23, 2026
Lloyd could finally carve out a meaningful role after an injury-shortened rookie year; the source identifies him as a player poised for a larger role and expects him to provide another explosive option in the backfield, making him a key part of the Packers' internal development strategy for 2026.PositiveRoleJul 22, 2026
Lloyd is identified as one of the most-watched players heading into the 2026 season for the Packers offense, signaling significant intrigue around his role and potential contribution to the team's offensive plans.NegativeRoleJul 22, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd, the 2024 third-round pick, is the primary backup to Josh Jacobs but represents a significant X-factor due to chronic injury history; he has played only one regular-season game in two years and logged just 10 offensive snaps total. The coaching staff continues to support him and give him roster opportunities, but his health status will determine whether he can contribute meaningfully to the 2026 backfield, especially with Emanuel Wilson's departure to Seattle.PositiveBreakoutJul 22, 2026
Third-year running back MarShawn Lloyd has perhaps the biggest potential swing of any Packers player during training camp; his health and ability to take control of the RB2 job will determine whether he emerges as a fantasy asset or falls behind competing young players.