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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Rachaad White vs Woody MarksWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Woody Marks is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.3 PPG to Rachaad White's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Woody Marks is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Woody Marks and Rachaad White are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.1-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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RBTampa Bay Buccaneers#45

Rachaad White

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

572

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

218

Bye

Week 10

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

Rachaad White

Woody Marks

Head to Head

7.2 PPG8.3 PPG

17 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Rachaad White: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #45 at the position). Woody Marks: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #36 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Rachaad White is producing at 33% 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.

Rachaad White vs Woody Marks: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Rachaad White finished the 2025 season at 7.2 PPG over 17 games with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, while Woody Marks clocked in at 8.3 across 16 appearances for the Houston Texans. A 1.1-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.

Rachaad White is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 40 targets into 218 yards, while Woody Marks profiles as a more traditional rusher with 703 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Rachaad White carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Rachaad White is off Week 10 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: Rachaad White (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 Rachaad White by a projected 19 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Rachaad White played 17 games in 2025 compared to Woody Marks's 16. That durability gap means Rachaad White 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.
•Rachaad White caught 40 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Rachaad White vs Woody Marks: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Rachaad White	Woody Marks
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.2	8.3
Games Played	17	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	122	133
Rushing Yards	572	703
Rush Yds/Game	33.6	43.9
Rushing TDs	4	2
Receptions	40	24
Receiving Yards	218	208
Targets	45	36
Total TDs	4	5
Age	27	25
Experience	3 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 8

Summary

8.3 PPG for Woody Marks versus 7.2 for Rachaad White 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 Rachaad White or Woody Marks in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Woody Marks has the edge at 8.3 PPG compared to Rachaad White's 7.2 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 Rachaad White and Woody Marks average in 2025?▾

Rachaad White averaged 7.2 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 1.1 points per game.

When are Rachaad White and Woody Marks's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Rachaad White (TB) has a bye in Week 10, and Woody Marks (HOU) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Rachaad White or Woody Marks a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Woody Marks outscored Rachaad White by 1.1 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.