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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

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

Kyren Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.4 PPG to Woody Marks's 8.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kyren Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Kyren Williams outscored Woody Marks by 6.1 PPG in 2025 with 13 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Kyren 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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RBLos Angeles Rams#11PPG LEADER

Kyren Williams

PPG

14.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,252

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

281

Bye

Week 11

RBHouston Texans#36

Woody Marks

PPG

8.3

Games

Rush Yds

703

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

208

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Kyren Williams

Woody Marks

Head to Head

14.4 PPG8.3 PPG

17 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Kyren Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 at the position). Woody Marks: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #36 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kyren Williams is producing at 65% of elite pace and Woody Marks at 38%. That ranking gap means Kyren Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kyren Williams vs Woody Marks: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Kyren Williams (Los Angeles Rams) averaged 14.4 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Woody Marks (Houston Texans, 8.3 PPG) by 6.1 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

That 6.1-point weekly advantage for Kyren Williams 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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Kyren Williams ran for 1252 yards and 10 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: Kyren Williams is off Week 11 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

Kyren 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: Kyren Williams (age 25) 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?

•Kyren Williams outscored Woody Marks by a projected 104 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyren Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Woody Marks's 16. That durability gap means Kyren Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kyren Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Kyren Williams caught 36 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kyren Williams vs Woody Marks: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kyren Williams	Woody Marks
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.4	8.3
Games Played	17	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	245	133
Rushing Yards	1,252	703
Rush Yds/Game	73.6	43.9
Rushing TDs	10	2
Receptions	36	24
Receiving Yards	281	208
Targets	50	36
Total TDs	13	5
Age	25	25
Experience	3 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Kyren Williams at 14.4 PPG, 6.1 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 Kyren Williams or Woody Marks in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyren Williams has the edge at 14.4 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 Kyren Williams and Woody Marks average in 2025?▾

Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 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 6.1 points per game.

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

Kyren Williams (LAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Woody Marks (HOU) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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

Kyren Williams outscored Woody Marks by 6.1 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.