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Roschon Johnson vs Woody MarksWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Woody Marks is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.3 PPG to Roschon Johnson's 8.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Woody Marks is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Woody Marks and Roschon Johnson are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.2-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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RBChicago Bears#99
Roschon Johnson
PPG
8.1
Games
14
Rush Yds
445
Rush TDs
4
Rec
22
Rec Yds
168
Bye
Week 7
RBHouston Texans#36PPG LEADER
Woody Marks
PPG
8.3
Games
16
Rush Yds
703
Rush TDs
2
Rec
24
Rec Yds
208
Bye
Week 8

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Roschon Johnson
Woody Marks

Head to Head

8.1 PPG8.3 PPG
14 GP16 GP
Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Roschon Johnson: 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, Roschon Johnson is producing at 37% 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.

Roschon Johnson vs Woody Marks: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Roschon Johnson finished the 2025 season at 8.1 PPG over 14 games with the Chicago Bears, while Woody Marks clocked in at 8.3 across 16 appearances for the Houston Texans. A 0.2-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. Roschon Johnson ran for 445 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: Roschon Johnson 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: Roschon Johnson (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 Roschon Johnson by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Woody Marks played 16 games in 2025 compared to Roschon Johnson's 14. That durability gap means Woody Marks contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Roschon Johnson scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Roschon Johnson vs Woody Marks: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatRoschon JohnsonWoody Marks
PPG (Half-PPR)8.18.3
Games Played1416
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)113133
Rushing Yards445703
Rush Yds/Game31.843.9
Rushing TDs42
Receptions2224
Receiving Yards168208
Targets036
Total TDs55
Age-25
Bye WeekWeek 7Week 8

Summary

8.3 PPG for Woody Marks versus 8.1 for Roschon Johnson 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 Roschon Johnson or Woody Marks in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Woody Marks has the edge at 8.3 PPG compared to Roschon Johnson's 8.1 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 Roschon Johnson and Woody Marks average in 2025?

Roschon Johnson averaged 8.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Woody Marks averaged 8.3 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

When are Roschon Johnson and Woody Marks's bye weeks in 2026?

Roschon Johnson (CHI) 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 Roschon Johnson or Woody Marks a better fantasy running back in 2026?

Woody Marks outscored Roschon Johnson by 0.2 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.