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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kimani Vidal vs Woody MarksWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kimani Vidal is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.2 PPG to Woody Marks's 8.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kimani Vidal is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Kimani Vidal and Woody Marks are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.9-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#32PPG LEADER

Kimani Vidal

PPG

9.2

Games

Rush Yds

643

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

136

Bye

Week 7

RBHouston Texans#36

Woody Marks

PPG

8.3

Games

Rush Yds

703

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

208

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Kimani Vidal

Woody Marks

Head to Head

9.2 PPG8.3 PPG

12 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Kimani Vidal: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #32 at the position). Woody Marks: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #36 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kimani Vidal is producing at 42% of elite pace and Woody Marks at 38%. That ranking gap means Kimani Vidal carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kimani Vidal vs Woody Marks: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Kimani Vidal finished the 2025 season at 9.2 PPG over 12 games with the Los Angeles Chargers, while Woody Marks clocked in at 8.3 across 16 appearances for the Houston Texans. A 0.9-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. Kimani Vidal ran for 643 yards and 3 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: Kimani Vidal 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: Kimani Vidal (age 24) 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?

•Kimani Vidal outscored Woody Marks by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Woody Marks played 16 games in 2025 compared to Kimani Vidal's 12. 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

Kimani Vidal vs Woody Marks: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kimani Vidal	Woody Marks
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.2	8.3
Games Played	12	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	110	133
Rushing Yards	643	703
Rush Yds/Game	53.6	43.9
Rushing TDs	3	2
Receptions	16	24
Receiving Yards	136	208
Targets	22	36
Total TDs	4	5
Age	24	25
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 8

Summary

9.2 PPG for Kimani Vidal versus 8.3 for Woody Marks in 2025. The baseline favors Kimani Vidal, 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 Kimani Vidal or Woody Marks in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kimani Vidal has the edge at 9.2 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 Kimani Vidal and Woody Marks average in 2025?▾

Kimani Vidal averaged 9.2 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 0.9 points per game.

When are Kimani Vidal and Woody Marks's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kimani Vidal (LAC) 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 Kimani Vidal or Woody Marks a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kimani Vidal outscored Woody Marks by 0.9 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.