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Acme Packing Company fantasy football takes on MarShawn Lloyd
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NegativeRoleOct 27, 2026
Packers running back struggling as part of a historically bad rushing attack; specific issue is getting lost between his backfield position and the line of scrimmage, suggesting mechanical or decisional problems in the run game.PositiveBreakoutOct 26, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd showed improvement in Week 7, posting his best EPA on runs outside the tackle. The source notes he 'looked better this week than he had'—displaying more decisiveness and strong finishes—though with the caveat 'he may never turn into anything.' The source expresses cautious optimism: 'I thought there was a bit of promise this week,' while acknowledging this could be 'pure hope.'NegativeUsageOct 26, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd played 22 snaps (approximately 34 percent of offensive snaps) in Week 7, with his role dependent on the status of Chris Brooks, who split time with Lloyd before suffering an injury and being placed on injured reserve.PositiveRoleOct 24, 2026
Moved ahead of Kaleb Johnson in the running back depth chart down the stretch, securing a spot on the game-day roster for the Lions matchup.NegativeUsageOct 24, 2026
Lloyd has been a significant drag on the Packers' rushing game, accounting for -75 RYOE (rushing yards over expected) out of the team's collective -116 RYOE this season. This indicates Lloyd has consistently underperformed the expected yardage for his carries given down, distance, and field position, contributing substantially to the Packers ranking 32nd in total rushing yards.NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026
Lloyd averaged 6.06 yards run per yard gained (efficiency metric), the second-least efficient in the NFL. This reflects his tendency to bounce runs outside even when putting his head down and charging forward is the optimal play, indicating poor decision-making and run vision.NegativeRoleOct 19, 2026
Lloyd's carries are expected to be cut, especially if Josh Jacobs returns to the Packers backfield. Keaontay Ingram notes that continuing to play Lloyd after he ran for 10 yards on 8 carries against Dallas is inexcusable, signaling imminent role reduction.NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026
Lloyd leads the league in negative total Rushing Yards Over Expected (RYOE) with -75 yards, just ahead of JK Dobbins (-72). On a per-attempt basis, Lloyd ranks dead last in RYOE/ATT at -1.55, meaning he gains 1.5 fewer yards than an average back should on every carry given blocking and defensive quality. He has gained more yards than expected on just 27.1% of his carries (13 of 48 total).NegativeProjectionOct 19, 2026
Lloyd is on pace for 136 carries this season at 2.5 yards per attempt, a full yard shy of the worst high-volume back of all time (Michael Haddix's 3.0 Y/A over 500+ carries). This projection reflects historically poor efficiency and production.NegativeBustOct 19, 2026
RB MarShawn Lloyd delivered a disappointing performance with 8 rushes for just 10 yards, prompting the source to express regret about previously asking to see more of the running back. Listed as a loser in the game recap.NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026
Lloyd combined with Pierre Strong and Kaleb Johnson for 15 carries on first downs, gaining just 25 yards net (1.67 yards per carry). Play-by-play shows Lloyd had multiple carries on first down with mixed results: -2 yards, -3 yards, 4 yards, 2 yards, 2 yards, and 3 yards, reflecting the Packers' broader first-down offensive dysfunction.NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd played 30 snaps in Week 6 against Dallas and 27 snaps in Week 5 against Chicago, splitting backfield work with Pierre Strong Jr. Lloyd has carried 48 times for 122 yards (2.5 YPC) on the season, the lowest efficiency among the Packers' running back rotation. The source notes that none of the Packers' running backs have posted great production this season, attributing the struggles partly to the offensive line.NegativeDepth ChartOct 17, 2026
Running back MarShawn Lloyd is listed as the primary running back on the Packers' depth chart for Week 6 against the Cowboys, with Pierre Strong Jr. and Kaleb Johnson as backup options.NegativeRoleOct 16, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd has been part of a Packers run game that has sputtered during Josh Jacobs' six-game suspension, sharing carries with Kaleb Johnson, Chris Brooks, and Pierre Strong Jr. Lloyd's role and production have been limited as the Packers' ground attack has struggled without their primary back.NegativeUsageOct 14, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd received a checkdown pass from Jordan Love on the first play following an interception, gaining 6 yards under the linebackers on a play where the Bears' linebackers dropped deep to take away deep curl routes.PositiveBreakoutOct 12, 2026
Lloyd turned around a frustrating stretch with improved vision and decision-making in Week 5, scoring his first two rushing TDs of his NFL career on 10 rushes for 31 yards and 1 catch for 6 yards. The performance came at an opportune time for the Packers offense.PositiveUsageOct 11, 2026
Lloyd led the Packers running backs with 26 snaps in Week 5, out-snapping both Kaleb Johnson (9 snaps) and Pierre Strong Jr. (24 snaps). The source indicates Lloyd has solidified his role as the primary back in the rotation.PositiveRoleOct 11, 2026
Lloyd scored his first career rushing touchdown in the second quarter, obliterating Jaylon Johnson in a hole off right tackle and cruising into the end zone for a 14-0 Packers lead. He also scored in the fourth quarter, cutting outside and walking untouched into the end zone on the first play of a goal-to-go situation.NegativeRoleOct 9, 2026
Expected to be part of Packers' three-man RB rotation for Week 5 against Bears alongside Kaleb Johnson and Pierre Strong Jr., with Chris Brooks ruled out.NegativeRoleOct 9, 2026
Lloyd has struggled mightily this season with unforced errors; specifically, he can't seem to read blocks and has a fumbling problem, limiting his fantasy value and role in the Packers' backfield committee despite some high points in the win over Tampa Bay.NegativeRoleOct 8, 2026
Lloyd is a primary running back for the Packers with Pierre Strong Jr. backing him up in the depth chart; Lloyd has not played any special teams snaps this season.NegativeRoleOct 8, 2026
Marshawn Lloyd's poor visibility has contributed to the Packers' run game struggles, but the source identifies him as a pass-catching threat who could help defenses pay more attention to the backfield. With offensive line improvements underway, Lloyd's role as a receiving option could become more valuable, potentially freeing up the passing offense and allowing the backfield to function more as intended.NegativeRoleOct 7, 2026
Lloyd has a persistent tendency to bounce runs at the first sign of conflict rather than attacking downhill, which limits offensive efficiency. While his bouncing occasionally creates gains when blocking breaks down (as when Tucker Kraft was beaten), the source emphasizes Lloyd should 'attack the defensive back near the goal line' and 'stop bouncing everything' given his stout build. This decision-making issue compounds the Packers' running back problems.PositiveUsageOct 5, 2026
Marshawn Lloyd hurdled a Buccaneers defender on a play where Jordan Love was operating a quick-game pass; Love was comfortable enough with the line blocking an extra second or two to find Lloyd as a checkdown option. Lloyd's role in the quick-game offense and his willingness to make plays over the top (encouraged by Packers coaches after being forced to fumble on the previous drive) demonstrates his involvement in the offense's improved execution.NegativeUsageOct 4, 2026
Running back provided one of the few bright spots from the RB room in Week 4 with a humorous hurdle play. The source notes this as 'the one bright side from today's RB room,' though the comment is lighthearted rather than a serious fantasy endorsement. Lloyd's play was notable for entertainment value rather than statistical production in an otherwise struggling run game.PositiveUsageOct 4, 2026
Lloyd led the Packers backfield with 30 snaps in Week 4 against Tampa Bay, taking over as the clear RB1 after Chris Brooks suffered a first-half injury. Lloyd had been splitting touches with Brooks prior to the injury, but the shift elevated him to primary back duties for the remainder of the game.NegativeRoleOct 2, 2026
Incumbent starting back proving insufficient for role; failure to establish himself as capable starter creates opportunity for Kaleb Johnson to assume increased workload and potential bell-cow role.NegativeRoleOct 1, 2026
Lloyd's running style is characterized as 'going nowhere fast,' making him an unlikely candidate to lead the Packers' ground attack. With Chris Brooks functioning primarily as a pass blocker rather than a ballcarrier, Johnson emerges as the default pick for ground game workload.NegativeBustOct 1, 2026
Marshawn Lloyd has been the worst running back in the NFL through the first three games. He is dead last in rushing yards over expected (RYOE) and second-worst in EPA-per-rush, with a 13th-worst success rate. His primary issue is vision—he cannot read his blocks and is essentially blind by NFL running back standards. Lloyd was terrible on zone runs at USC, which require vision, but adequate on gap scheme runs that pre-determine the hole. Even with the Packers' scheme change to gap scheme, Josh Jacobs says the team should consider replacing Lloyd with a practice squad alternative or waiting for Josh Jacobs' return, as Lloyd cannot provide even replacement-level running back performance.NegativeBustSep 29, 2026
The source directly criticizes Marshawn Lloyd's running game performance, stating 'I would genuinely prefer Michael Haddix to Marshawn Lloyd, even though he's 64 years old and holds the NFL record for fewest yards per carry for a player with at least 500 carries.' This is a harsh comparative bust assessment, placing Lloyd's current production below a historically inefficient 1990s backup running back.NegativeProjectionSep 26, 2026
Lloyd has produced 68 rushing yards through three games, putting him on pace for 385 yards this season—the 12th worst total by a Packers rushing leader since 1932. His projected 22.65 yards per game ranks second-worst in that historical sample, ahead of only Michael Haddix's 19.44 yards per game in 1990. This represents a historically inept rushing attack; only one season since 1958 (Haddix in 1990) has seen a Packers rushing leader produce fewer yards than Lloyd's projection, and most comps come from the World War II era or earlier when teams played 14-game seasons.NegativeDepth ChartSep 25, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd is officially the RB3 on the Packers. After splitting snaps evenly with Kaleb Johnson in Week 2 (on non-penalties), Lloyd has dropped to third on the depth chart behind Johnson and Chris Brooks. On the season, Brooks leads with 85 snaps, Lloyd has 59, and Johnson has 36, but Johnson is making up ground on Lloyd.NegativeRoleSep 25, 2026
The Packers RB was identified as a loser in Week 3 for his inability to locate running lanes; the source criticized Lloyd's vision and field awareness, suggesting he could not find openings even in obvious situations during the team's 35-14 loss to Atlanta.NegativeUsageSep 21, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd made poor decision-making on his carries in Week 2, passing over an open point of attack on the first carry. The source notes Green Bay's backs are making bad decisions, though much of the running game's woes stem from blockers not doing their job.NegativeUsageSep 21, 2026
Lloyd leads the Packers with 19 carries and 57 rushing yards (3.0 YPC) through two weeks, but his role is deteriorating; he played as many snaps as Kaleb Johnson in Week 2 against the Jets and received no carries after fumbling on a drive starter, which set up an easy field goal for New York.PositiveProjectionSep 20, 2026
Scored his first career touchdown in Week 2 against the Jets; milestone achievement for the running back.NegativeUsageSep 20, 2026
MarShawn Lloyd tied for last among running backs with 14 snaps against the Jets (44 on season), despite preseason expectations that he would be the Packers' RB1 with Josh Jacobs out. This represents a stock-down situation as he has not emerged as the lead back.NegativeUsageSep 20, 2026
Lloyd scored his first regular season NFL touchdown on a 7-yard reception out of the backfield in the second quarter, but his fumble issues resurfaced early in the fourth quarter when he lost the football on the very first play of a series, with former Packer Kingsley Enagbare stripping the ball and Harrison Phillips recovering, leading to a Jets field goal that expanded their lead to ten points.NegativeUsageSep 20, 2026
Lloyd was used on the Packers' first drive of the second half, picking up first downs; the source cites this as part of the team's offensive performance context during their second-half collapse against Minnesota.PositiveDepth ChartSep 18, 2026
Lloyd is projected to be active on the game-day roster for Week 2 against the Jets as one of three running backs expected to suit up alongside Chris Brooks and Kaleb Johnson.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.