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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Tyrone Tracy Jr. vs Woody MarksWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.5 PPG to Woody Marks's 8.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Tyrone Tracy Jr. edges Woody Marks by 1.2 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Tyrone Tracy Jr. goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBNew York Giants#31PPG LEADER

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

PPG

9.5

Games

Rush Yds

740

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

288

Bye

Week 8

RBHouston Texans#36

Woody Marks

PPG

8.3

Games

Rush Yds

703

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

208

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

Woody Marks

Head to Head

9.5 PPG8.3 PPG

15 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Tyrone Tracy Jr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #31 at the position). Woody Marks: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #36 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Tyrone Tracy Jr. is producing at 43% of elite pace and Woody Marks at 38%. That ranking gap means Tyrone Tracy Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Tyrone Tracy Jr. vs Woody Marks: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Tyrone Tracy Jr. finished the 2025 season at 9.5 PPG over 15 games with the New York Giants, while Woody Marks clocked in at 8.3 across 16 appearances for the Houston Texans. A 1.2-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. Tyrone Tracy Jr. ran for 740 yards and 2 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 thing to note: both players share a Week 8 bye. That means you need a backup plan at running back for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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: Tyrone Tracy Jr. (age 26) 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?

•Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Woody Marks by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Woody Marks played 16 games in 2025 compared to Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s 15. 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.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. caught 36 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Both players share a Week 8 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Tyrone Tracy Jr. vs Woody Marks: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Tyrone Tracy Jr.	Woody Marks
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.5	8.3
Games Played	15	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	143	133
Rushing Yards	740	703
Rush Yds/Game	49.3	43.9
Rushing TDs	2	2
Receptions	36	24
Receiving Yards	288	208
Targets	48	36
Total TDs	4	5
Age	26	25
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 8

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Tyrone Tracy Jr. holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 9.5 points per game. Woody Marks averaged 8.3 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Tyrone Tracy Jr. or Woody Marks in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyrone Tracy Jr. has the edge at 9.5 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 Tyrone Tracy Jr. and Woody Marks average in 2025?▾

Tyrone Tracy Jr. averaged 9.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Woody Marks averaged 8.3 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

Do Tyrone Tracy Jr. and Woody Marks share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Tyrone Tracy Jr. and Woody Marks share a Week 8 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Tyrone Tracy Jr. or Woody Marks a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Woody Marks by 1.2 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.