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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Christian McCaffrey vs Woody MarksWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Christian McCaffrey is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 21.5 PPG to Woody Marks's 8.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Christian McCaffrey is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Christian McCaffrey outscored Woody Marks by 13.2 PPG in 2025 with 17 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Christian McCaffrey is the clear pick. Woody Marks profiles as a matchup-dependent running back who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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RBSan Francisco 49ers#1PPG LEADER

Christian McCaffrey

PPG

21.5

Games

Rush Yds

1,202

Rush TDs

Rec

102

Rec Yds

924

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

Christian McCaffrey

Woody Marks

Head to Head

21.5 PPG8.3 PPG

17 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Christian McCaffrey: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #1 at the position). Woody Marks: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #36 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Christian McCaffrey is producing at 98% of elite pace and Woody Marks at 38%. That ranking gap means Christian McCaffrey carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Christian McCaffrey vs Woody Marks: The Full Breakdown

Christian McCaffrey and Woody Marks are at different tiers heading into 2026. The San Francisco 49ers running back averaged 21.5 PPG in 2025, a full 13.2 points per game ahead of Woody Marks's 8.3 with the Houston Texans. That kind of gap doesn't close on matchup alone.

That 13.2-point weekly advantage for Christian McCaffrey is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Christian McCaffrey is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 102 targets into 924 yards, while Woody Marks profiles as a more traditional rusher with 703 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Christian McCaffrey carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

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

Christian McCaffrey is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Woody Marks is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Christian McCaffrey (age 29, 8 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Woody Marks (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Christian McCaffrey outscored Woody Marks by a projected 224 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Christian McCaffrey played 17 games in 2025 compared to Woody Marks's 16. That durability gap means Christian McCaffrey contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Christian McCaffrey scored 17 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.0 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Christian McCaffrey caught 102 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Woody Marks is 4 years younger than Christian McCaffrey (25 vs 29), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Christian McCaffrey vs Woody Marks: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Christian McCaffrey	Woody Marks
PPG (Half-PPR)	21.5	8.3
Games Played	17	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	366	133
Rushing Yards	1,202	703
Rush Yds/Game	70.7	43.9
Rushing TDs	10	2
Receptions	102	24
Receiving Yards	924	208
Targets	129	36
Total TDs	17	5
Age	29	25
Experience	8 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Christian McCaffrey at 21.5 PPG, 13.2 points per game above Woody Marks's 8.3. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Christian McCaffrey or Woody Marks in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Christian McCaffrey has the edge at 21.5 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 Christian McCaffrey and Woody Marks average in 2025?▾

Christian McCaffrey averaged 21.5 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 13.2 points per game.

Do Christian McCaffrey and Woody Marks share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Christian McCaffrey 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 Christian McCaffrey or Woody Marks a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Christian McCaffrey outscored Woody Marks by 13.2 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.