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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Blake Corum vs Woody MarksWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Woody Marks is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.3 PPG to Blake Corum's 7.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Woody Marks is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Woody Marks and Blake Corum are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.3-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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RBLos Angeles Rams#47

Blake Corum

PPG

7.0

Games

Rush Yds

746

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 11

RBHouston Texans#36PPG LEADER

Woody Marks

PPG

8.3

Games

Rush Yds

703

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

208

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Blake Corum

Woody Marks

Head to Head

7.0 PPG8.3 PPG

17 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Blake Corum: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #47 at the position). Woody Marks: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #36 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Blake Corum is producing at 32% of elite pace and Woody Marks at 38%. That ranking gap means Woody Marks carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Blake Corum vs Woody Marks: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Blake Corum finished the 2025 season at 7.0 PPG over 17 games with the Los Angeles Rams, while Woody Marks clocked in at 8.3 across 16 appearances for the Houston Texans. A 1.3-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Blake Corum ran for 746 yards and 6 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.

One scheduling note: Blake Corum is off Week 11 and Woody Marks Week 8. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in running back for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

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: Blake Corum (age 25) 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?

•Woody Marks outscored Blake Corum by a projected 22 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Blake Corum played 17 games in 2025 compared to Woody Marks's 16. That durability gap means Blake Corum contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Blake Corum scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Blake Corum vs Woody Marks: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Blake Corum	Woody Marks
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.0	8.3
Games Played	17	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	119	133
Rushing Yards	746	703
Rush Yds/Game	43.9	43.9
Rushing TDs	6	2
Receptions	8	24
Receiving Yards	36	208
Targets	14	36
Total TDs	6	5
Age	25	25
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 8

Summary

8.3 PPG for Woody Marks versus 7.0 for Blake Corum in 2025. The baseline favors Woody Marks, 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 Blake Corum or Woody Marks in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Woody Marks has the edge at 8.3 PPG compared to Blake Corum's 7.0 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 Blake Corum and Woody Marks average in 2025?▾

Blake Corum averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Woody Marks averaged 8.3 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.

When are Blake Corum and Woody Marks's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Blake Corum (LAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Woody Marks (HOU) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Blake Corum or Woody Marks a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Woody Marks outscored Blake Corum by 1.3 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.