Jonathon Brooks 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
Strong edge · 95% confident
Jonathon Brooks- Higher projection: 155 vs 149 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 87 vs 107
- More points per game: 7.2 vs 3.7
Jonathon Brooks and MarShawn Lloyd are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Jonathon Brooks holds the edge in expert consensus (RB30 to RB36). Jonathon Brooks typically comes off the board first, around pick 98 (round 9) to MarShawn Lloyd's pick 138. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Jonathon Brooks at 155 PPR points (9.1 per game) versus MarShawn Lloyd at 149.
Last season MarShawn Lloyd carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 14 touches to Jonathon Brooks's 6), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Jonathon Brooks is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Brooks | Lloyd |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 155 | 149 |
| Points / game | 7.2 | 3.7 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #87 | #107 |
| ADP | 98 | 138 |
| Scoring rank (season) | RB35 | RB49 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 1 |
| Age | 23 | 25 |
| Bye week | 5 | 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: Jonathon Brooks or MarShawn Lloyd.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Jonathon Brooks or MarShawn Lloyd in 2026?
Jonathon Brooks is a clear call over MarShawn Lloyd for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Jonathon Brooks or MarShawn Lloyd?
Jonathon Brooks carries the higher 2026 projection at 155 PPR points (9.1 per game), compared with 149 for MarShawn Lloyd.
Where are Jonathon Brooks and MarShawn Lloyd being drafted?
Jonathon Brooks has an ADP around pick 98 (round 9), while MarShawn Lloyd goes closer to pick 138 (round 12).
Who is ranked higher, Jonathon Brooks or MarShawn Lloyd?
Expert consensus ranks Jonathon Brooks (RB30) ahead of MarShawn Lloyd (RB36) for 2026.
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