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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Gus Edwards vs Woody MarksWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Woody Marks is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.3 PPG to Gus Edwards'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 Gus Edwards 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 Chargers#99

Gus Edwards

PPG

7.0

Games

Rush Yds

468

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 5

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

Gus Edwards

Woody Marks

Head to Head

7.0 PPG8.3 PPG

13 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Gus Edwards: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Woody Marks: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #36 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Gus Edwards 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.

Gus Edwards vs Woody Marks: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Gus Edwards finished the 2025 season at 7.0 PPG over 13 games with the Los Angeles Chargers, 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. Gus Edwards ran for 468 yards and 4 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: Gus Edwards is off Week 5 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: Gus Edwards (age 27) 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 Gus Edwards by a projected 22 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Woody Marks played 16 games in 2025 compared to Gus Edwards's 13. 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Gus Edwards vs Woody Marks: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Gus Edwards	Woody Marks
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.0	8.3
Games Played	13	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	91	133
Rushing Yards	468	703
Rush Yds/Game	36.0	43.9
Rushing TDs	4	2
Receptions	10	24
Receiving Yards	62	208
Targets	0	36
Total TDs	4	5
Age	-	25
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 8

Summary

8.3 PPG for Woody Marks versus 7.0 for Gus Edwards 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 Gus Edwards or Woody Marks in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Woody Marks has the edge at 8.3 PPG compared to Gus Edwards'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 Gus Edwards and Woody Marks average in 2025?▾

Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Woody Marks averaged 8.3 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.

When are Gus Edwards and Woody Marks's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Gus Edwards (LAC) has a bye in Week 5, and Woody Marks (HOU) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Gus Edwards or Woody Marks a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Woody Marks outscored Gus Edwards 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.