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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Audric Estimé vs Woody MarksWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Audric Estimé is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.4 PPG to Woody Marks's 8.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Audric Estimé is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Audric Estimé and Woody Marks are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.1-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBNew Orleans Saints#35PPG LEADER

Audric Estimé

PPG

8.4

Games

Rush Yds

198

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

103

Bye

Week 8

RBHouston Texans#36

Woody Marks

PPG

8.3

Games

Rush Yds

703

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

208

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Audric Estimé

Woody Marks

Head to Head

8.4 PPG8.3 PPG

5 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Audric Estimé: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #35 at the position). Woody Marks: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #36 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Audric Estimé is producing at 38% of elite pace and Woody Marks at 38%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Audric Estimé vs Woody Marks: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Audric Estimé and Woody Marks is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.1 PPG in 2025, this is one of those running back decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Audric Estimé averaged 8.4 PPG with the New Orleans Saints across 5 games, and Woody Marks posted 8.3 with the Houston Texans in 16.

When two running backs are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Audric Estimé ran for 198 yards and 1 touchdowns; Woody Marks posted 703 and 2. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Both share a Week 8 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Audric Estimé (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Woody Marks (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Audric Estimé outscored Woody Marks by a projected 2 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Woody Marks played 16 games in 2025 compared to Audric Estimé's 5. That durability gap means Woody Marks contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Woody Marks scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Both players share a Week 8 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Audric Estimé vs Woody Marks: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Audric Estimé	Woody Marks
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.4	8.3
Games Played	5	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	42	133
Rushing Yards	198	703
Rush Yds/Game	39.6	43.9
Rushing TDs	1	2
Receptions	12	24
Receiving Yards	103	208
Targets	13	36
Total TDs	1	5
Age	22	25
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 8

Summary

8.4 PPG for Audric Estimé versus 8.3 for Woody Marks in 2025. The baseline favors Audric Estimé, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Audric Estimé or Woody Marks in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Audric Estimé has the edge at 8.4 PPG compared to Woody Marks's 8.3 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Audric Estimé and Woody Marks average in 2025?▾

Audric Estimé averaged 8.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Woody Marks averaged 8.3 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.1 points per game.

Do Audric Estimé and Woody Marks share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Audric Estimé and Woody Marks share a Week 8 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Audric Estimé or Woody Marks a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Audric Estimé outscored Woody Marks by 0.1 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.