Trey Benson vs Woody Marks: Who Should You Start?
This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Trey Benson finished the 2025 season at 7.2 PPG over 4 games with the Arizona Cardinals, while Woody Marks clocked in at 8.7 across 16 appearances for the Houston Texans. A 1.5-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. Trey Benson ran for 160 yards and undefined 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: Trey Benson is off Week 11 and Woody Marks Week 14. 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.
