Aaron Jones vs MarShawn Lloyd
Two running backs fantasy managers weigh against each other for 2026. Here is the head-to-head on projections, expert consensus, ADP and usage, with our Clutch Score verdict on who to draft.
Who to draft
Slight lean · 56% confident
Aaron Jones- More points per game: 10.0 vs 3.7
- More opportunity: 0% snap share, 4 red-zone touches
- Better scoring rank so far: RB25 vs RB49
Aaron Jones and MarShawn Lloyd are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. MarShawn Lloyd holds the edge in expert consensus (RB36 to RB40). Aaron Jones typically comes off the board first, around pick 127 (round 11) to MarShawn Lloyd's pick 138. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: MarShawn Lloyd at 149 PPR points (8.8 per game) versus Aaron Jones at 137.
Last season MarShawn Lloyd carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 14 touches to Aaron Jones's 13), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. MarShawn Lloyd is the younger option (age 25), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Aaron Jones is the narrow pick on an earlier ADP. MarShawn Lloyd carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Jones | Lloyd |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 137 | 149 |
| Points / game | 10.0 | 3.7 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #120 | #107 |
| ADP | 127 | 138 |
| Scoring rank (season) | RB25 | RB49 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 4 | 1 |
| Age | 31 | 25 |
| Bye week | 6 | 11 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Aaron Jones or MarShawn Lloyd.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Aaron Jones or MarShawn Lloyd in 2026?
Aaron Jones is a slight lean over MarShawn Lloyd for 2026, on an earlier ADP. MarShawn Lloyd carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, Aaron Jones or MarShawn Lloyd?
MarShawn Lloyd carries the higher 2026 projection at 149 PPR points (8.8 per game), compared with 137 for Aaron Jones.
Where are Aaron Jones and MarShawn Lloyd being drafted?
Aaron Jones has an ADP around pick 127 (round 11), while MarShawn Lloyd goes closer to pick 138 (round 12).
Who is ranked higher, Aaron Jones or MarShawn Lloyd?
Expert consensus ranks MarShawn Lloyd (RB36) ahead of Aaron Jones (RB40) for 2026.
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