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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Chris Rodriguez Jr. vs Woody MarksWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Woody Marks is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.3 PPG to Chris Rodriguez Jr.'s 7.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Woody Marks is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Woody Marks edges Chris Rodriguez Jr. by 0.8 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Woody Marks goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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RBWashington Commanders#43

Chris Rodriguez Jr.

PPG

7.5

Games

Rush Yds

500

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 7

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

Chris Rodriguez Jr.

Woody Marks

Head to Head

7.5 PPG8.3 PPG

12 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Chris Rodriguez Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #43 at the position). Woody Marks: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #36 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Chris Rodriguez Jr. is producing at 34% 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.

Chris Rodriguez Jr. vs Woody Marks: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Chris Rodriguez Jr. finished the 2025 season at 7.5 PPG over 12 games with the Washington Commanders, while Woody Marks clocked in at 8.3 across 16 appearances for the Houston Texans. A 0.8-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. Chris Rodriguez Jr. ran for 500 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: Chris Rodriguez Jr. is off Week 7 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: Chris Rodriguez Jr. (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Woody Marks (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Woody Marks outscored Chris Rodriguez Jr. by a projected 14 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Woody Marks played 16 games in 2025 compared to Chris Rodriguez Jr.'s 12. That durability gap means Woody Marks contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Chris Rodriguez Jr. scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Chris Rodriguez Jr. vs Woody Marks: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Chris Rodriguez Jr.	Woody Marks
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.5	8.3
Games Played	12	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	90	133
Rushing Yards	500	703
Rush Yds/Game	41.7	43.9
Rushing TDs	6	2
Receptions	3	24
Receiving Yards	30	208
Targets	4	36
Total TDs	6	5
Age	26	25
Experience	2 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 8

Summary

Woody Marks outscored Chris Rodriguez Jr. by 0.8 PPG in 2025 (8.3 to 7.5). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Chris Rodriguez Jr. or Woody Marks in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Woody Marks has the edge at 8.3 PPG compared to Chris Rodriguez Jr.'s 7.5 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 Chris Rodriguez Jr. and Woody Marks average in 2025?▾

Chris Rodriguez Jr. averaged 7.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Woody Marks averaged 8.3 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.8 points per game.

When are Chris Rodriguez Jr. and Woody Marks's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Chris Rodriguez Jr. (WAS) has a bye in Week 7, and Woody Marks (HOU) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Chris Rodriguez Jr. or Woody Marks a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Woody Marks outscored Chris Rodriguez Jr. by 0.8 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.