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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Javonte Williams vs Woody MarksWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.1 PPG to Woody Marks's 8.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Javonte Williams outscored Woody Marks by 5.8 PPG in 2025 with 13 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Javonte Williams 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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RBDallas Cowboys#12PPG LEADER

Javonte Williams

PPG

14.1

Games

Rush Yds

1,201

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

137

Bye

Week 14

RBHouston Texans#36

Woody Marks

PPG

8.3

Games

Rush Yds

703

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

208

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Javonte Williams

Woody Marks

Head to Head

14.1 PPG8.3 PPG

16 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Javonte Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #12 at the position). Woody Marks: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #36 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Javonte Williams is producing at 64% of elite pace and Woody Marks at 38%. That ranking gap means Javonte Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Javonte Williams vs Woody Marks: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Javonte Williams and Woody Marks is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Dallas Cowboys running back put up 14.1 PPG in 2025 over 16 games; Woody Marks of the Houston Texans averaged 8.3 in 16. A 5.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.8 points favors Javonte Williams, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Javonte Williams ran for 1201 yards and 11 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.

Javonte Williams has his bye in Week 14, and Woody Marks rests in Week 8. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Javonte Williams 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: Javonte Williams (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?

•Javonte Williams outscored Woody Marks by a projected 99 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Javonte Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Javonte Williams caught 35 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Javonte Williams vs Woody Marks: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Javonte Williams	Woody Marks
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.1	8.3
Games Played	16	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	226	133
Rushing Yards	1,201	703
Rush Yds/Game	75.1	43.9
Rushing TDs	11	2
Receptions	35	24
Receiving Yards	137	208
Targets	51	36
Total TDs	13	5
Age	26	25
Experience	4 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 8

Summary

14.1 PPG for Javonte Williams versus 8.3 for Woody Marks in 2025. The baseline favors Javonte Williams, 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 Javonte Williams or Woody Marks in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Javonte Williams has the edge at 14.1 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 Javonte Williams and Woody Marks average in 2025?▾

Javonte Williams averaged 14.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Woody Marks averaged 8.3 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 5.8 points per game.

When are Javonte Williams and Woody Marks's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Javonte Williams (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Woody Marks (HOU) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Javonte Williams or Woody Marks a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Javonte Williams outscored Woody Marks by 5.8 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.