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PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026
Led the way in opportunities (14 vs. 8) over Chris Brooks in Week 1 despite losing out in snaps (45% vs. 55%). Lloyd is set up well to widen the advantage with a full regular-season game under his belt, facing a Jets defense that ranked 31st in PPR points per game allowed to RBs in 2025.NegativeMatchupSep 9, 2026
Road matchup against Brian Flores' elite Minnesota defense is a poor Week 1 spot for an inexperienced RB; risk of reduced playing time to Chris Brooks due to pass-blocking concerns or general reliability questions; even as Green Bay's clear lead runner, easier matchups against Jets (Week 2) and Falcons (Week 3) suggest delayed arrival; source expects messy committee approach.NegativeMatchupSep 9, 2026
Road matchup with Brian Flores' defense is concerning for an inexperienced RB who could lose playing time to Chris Brooks on account of concerns about pass blocking or general reliability; even if Lloyd gets his big shot as Green Bay's clear lead runner, it might be a delayed arrival for easier matchups against the Jets (Week 2) and Falcons (Week 3); source expects a messy committee.NegativeMatchupSep 9, 2026
Lloyd at Minnesota is ranked below Tony Pollard as a Week 1 start option, suggesting this matchup is less favorable than Pollard's home game against the Jets.PositiveRoleSep 8, 2026
Ranked RB25 for Week 1; with Josh Jacobs sidelined by injury, the MarShawn Lloyd RB1 era is now, though to what extent remains to be determined. Chris Brooks, Pierre Strong and Kaleb Johnson are candidates to spell the injury-riddled third-year talent; the source prioritizes the explosive, pass-catching option in situations like this, and that is Brooks' forte.PositiveRoleSep 8, 2026
Lloyd is officially in the driver's seat to be the next top-12 PPR RB in points per game for the Packers; Matt LaFleur has produced a top-12 PPR RB in points per game in six of the last seven seasons. Josh Jacobs is on the Commissioner's Exempt List—a potential death sentence for his role. In redraft formats where Lloyd is available, the source recommends aggressive acquisition.PositiveRoleSep 7, 2026
Lloyd is in line to start for the Packers with Josh Jacobs on the Commissioner's Exempt List, providing immediate opportunity and lead-back upside.PositiveRoleSep 7, 2026
Lloyd is in line to start for the Packers with Josh Jacobs on the Commissioner's Exempt List; Jacobs' next hearing is Thursday, creating a potential lead-back opportunity for Lloyd.PositiveRoleSep 2, 2026
The new lead back in Green Bay for however long Josh Jacobs is out (6 weeks, midseason, or longer); while unproven, his explosive pass-catching skill set is positioned to go a long way in the upside Packers offense.PositiveProjectionSep 2, 2026
The new lead back in Green Bay for however long Josh Jacobs is out of the picture (6 weeks? Midseason? Forever?). While Lloyd is unproven, it's easy to imagine his explosive, pass-catching skill set going a LONG way in this upside Packers offense.PositiveRoleSep 1, 2026
Lloyd was immediately thrust into the RB1 role for the Packers after Josh Jacobs' Commissioner's Exempt List placement Sunday. The third-year back, a 2024 third-round pick, has played in just one game the last two years due to assorted injuries, mostly hamstring-related. Pre-draft analysis centered on his big-play ability as both a runner and pass catcher, though his college career was limited by a worrisome fumbling history (10 fumbles). Lloyd requires upward of 75 percent FAAB commitment to secure on your roster given the circumstances.PositiveDepth ChartAug 28, 2026
Backup running back moved way up the rankings and could move farther up as the season approaches, likely due to injury concerns ahead of him in the depth chart.PositiveValueAug 27, 2026
JJ Zachariason targets MarShawn Lloyd at RB28 cost as part of a strategy to load up on RB3-RB4 types in ambiguous backfields in Rounds 7-10, positioning him as a mid-round value target.PositiveValueAug 27, 2026
Ian Hartitz targets MarShawn Lloyd at RB28 ADP as a cost-effective running back option in the RB3-RB4 range from ambiguous backfields.PositiveValueAug 27, 2026
Ian Hartitz targets MarShawn Lloyd at RB45 ADP as a cost-effective running back option in an ambiguous backfield, part of his strategy to load up on RB3-RB4 types in Rounds 7-10.PositiveValueAug 27, 2026
Ian Hartitz targets MarShawn Lloyd at RB45 ADP as a cost-effective running back option in his 2026 draft strategy.NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026
Lloyd played 71% of snaps in three drives, well ahead of Chris Brooks (29%), and caught an 11-yard TD reception, looking elusive. However, he didn't get much going on the ground (6 carries, 17 yards, 0 TDs). The source notes Brooks out-snapped Lloyd 4-2 on 3rd and 4th downs with the only two pass-blocking snaps, suggesting Lloyd might not have the same every-down role as guys like TreVeyon Henderson or Mike Washington despite being the preferred handcuff and No. 2 RB.PositiveBreakoutAug 24, 2026
Source humorously suggests Lloyd's preseason performance is so impressive that 'the Hall of Fame should start fitting MarShawn Lloyd's gold jacket now,' indicating exceptional early-season emergence and standout play.NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026
Lloyd, a 2024 third-round pick, has played just one game in the last two years due to a CVS-receipt level of lower-body injuries and a fluky case of appendicitis. In theory, the blazing USC product would be a perfect complement to Josh Jacobs, who absorbs almost all between-the-tackle carries in the Matt LaFleur offense. The Packers desperately need another body to take work off Jacobs, especially after backup Emanuel Wilson left for Seattle, and the organization will be committed to pushing Lloyd. However, a significant workload is no guarantee; pass-blocking reps matter and Green Bay has Chris Brooks already on the roster at that skill. Lloyd should be considered a valuable handcuff to Jacobs, but don't expect a whole lot more out of him right out of the gate.NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026
Got the start and took 5-of-6 RB touches on opening drive, including 11-yard TD catch; finished 6 carries for 17 yards plus TD. However, Jordyn Tyson cautions: Lloyd is barely played football since 2022-23 (timeshare back with ball-security issues), missed two years with injuries, and "we have no clue yet if this guy is even any good." Tyson recommends treating him as a lottery ticket and suggests Packers should trade for a reliable backup.PositiveRoleAug 20, 2026
Explosive, pass-catching ability could be weaponized by Matt LaFleur even if it seems likely Chris Brooks or someone else would eat into the early down work; ranked RB17 backup value.PositiveRoleAug 17, 2026
Lloyd played all 12 of the offense's snaps during the first two drives before taking the rest of the night off. While he didn't produce much on the ground (4-13-0) or as a receiver (1 catch for -4 yards), simply seeing Lloyd play a football game and come out the other side healthy is a win. The source views Lloyd as a great late-round handcuff to Josh Jacobs (groin injury) and actively involved in legal problems, with potential for standalone value if Matt LaFleur re-embraces committee ways. The source states: 'I'm drafting the man every chance I get.'PositiveBreakoutAug 17, 2026
Lloyd was the clear lead running back with Josh Jacobs (groin) and Chris Brooks (hamstring) both sidelined. The source notes Lloyd is rocketing up the ranks and deservedly so, indicating significant upside in the Packers backfield.NegativeUsageAug 17, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd played every snap on the Packers' opening drive, taking four carries for 13 yards and losing four yards on a reception, but looked hesitant. He took three snaps with the second-stringers but didn't get any more touches. Lloyd has barely been healthy enough to practice until the third year of his career, though he is getting plenty of first-team reps to help acclimate this summer.NegativeValueAug 13, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd is ranked 172nd in ADP with a default ranking of 177.8, representing a 5.8-spot overvaluation in the default rankings relative to ADP consensus.PositiveValueAug 12, 2026
The source ranks MarShawn Lloyd as the top-1 favorite late-round handcuff to stash, indicating strong conviction in his injury-away upside.NegativeValueAug 11, 2026
Lloyd's ADP has risen from ~200 in June to 176.3 in August as the market moves on him amid Josh Jacobs' camp injury and potential legal battle. Jacobs had 13 touchdowns and nearly 1,000 yards in 15 games last year but showed limited explosiveness with just three rushes longer than 20 yards and no 100-yard games, suggesting Green Bay might lighten his workload. Lloyd has been waiting two years after injuries sapped his availability, and this could be his breakout year. JJ Zachariason notes it's historically difficult to get hits at running back past the 14th round, so he's unlikely to chase Lloyd's ADP rise much further but wants some shares on Underdog teams as a fifth running back option.PositiveValueAug 11, 2026
Lloyd is highlighted in the article's table of late-round risers with an ADP of 176.3, indicating he is among the players moving up the ADP ranks in best ball drafts during the preseason period. The article's focus on Lloyd as a Packers running back suggests he is part of the cohort of players experiencing market movement due to camp reports and preseason games.PositiveSleeperAug 11, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd has struggled with injuries and still has questions to answer as far as pass-catching ability and ball security, but if you can somehow get the ball in his hands Lloyd clearly has standout upside from scrimmage; the speed, the power and motor are there, so if Lloyd accumulates touches by whatever means he would project for a sizable yardage total.PositiveValueAug 6, 2026
Lloyd has moved +7.1 spots to ADP 189.2 (a +3.6% change) since the beginning of camp.PositiveValueAug 1, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd is the only Packers back who could thrive from scrimmage if Josh Jacobs misses time, competing against Chris Brooks. Although Brooks might rank ahead of Lloyd for some or all of 2026, Brooks' role is mostly a nod to his reliability on passing downs and blitz pickup; if Brooks is on the field the passing game can function normally but the run game probably cannot. Lloyd is the only guy on the Packers roster who can pick up that slack. Lloyd's remarkably long injury history and college fumbling issues are obstacles, but if Lloyd is healthy and gets a hold of the football, few guys are tougher to tackle. Lloyd runs with a hot motor and has real raw strength and speed. In short, it's either Lloyd at RB2 or it's nobody. At ADP RB67, Lloyd is positioned as the handcuff target.