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Fantasy Football Today fantasy football takes on Woody Marks
Every source-backed podcast insight STACKED has extracted from Fantasy Football Today about Woody Marks.
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All Fantasy Football Today insights about Woody Marks
PositiveValueOct 14, 2026
Woody Marks is positioned as a rising running back with more current fantasy value than handcuff alternatives; the source prefers keeping Marks over trading him away for Emmett Johnson as a Kenneth Walker handcuff, noting that Marks' upside trajectory makes him more valuable than locking up a backup role.PositiveValueOct 14, 2026
Woody Marks is the receiving side of an A-grade trade where he is acquired for Buccaneer, indicating strong value. The trade is rated as dead even on the trade chart in PPR scoring.PositiveValueOct 13, 2026
Woody Marks is identified as the top prize running back to target on waivers this week, ahead of other available options.PositiveValueOct 13, 2026
Identified as the top shallow-league waiver wire target; 72% rostered in CBS sports leagues; positioned as the primary add given David Montgomery's expected multi-week groin injury absence.PositiveValueOct 13, 2026
Source prefers Marks over Marvin Harrison Jr. on waivers; Bernard will help sooner than Harrison Jr. this year, at least for the next couple weeks.PositiveValueOct 13, 2026
The source recommends spending north of 20% FAB on Marks if available, indicating strong waiver wire priority for running back-needy teams.PositiveRoleOct 13, 2026
One of two most prominent guys to go get on waivers; recommended as running back option if desperate for depth.NegativeMatchupOct 13, 2026
Woody Marks faces the worst matchup in fantasy this week against Jacksonville, which allows the fewest yards per carry to running backs at 2.53 yards per carry. Despite being a top waiver priority, this matchup presents a significant downside for his Week 6 production.PositiveValueOct 13, 2026
Woody Marks is the headliner on the waiver wire this week. He is rostered in 72% of CBS leagues, 54% on Yahoo, and 57% on Sleeper, making him a priority waiver target despite high rostering rates on some platforms. The source identifies him as one of the two best running backs to acquire on waivers alongside Damian Pierce.PositiveUsageOct 12, 2026
Marks might have more targets than Jalen Waddle and is being considered as a potential start over Waddle in Thursday night's game against Seattle, suggesting elevated target share and opportunity.NegativeProjectionOct 12, 2026
Despite poor efficiency metrics from last season (3.6 yards per carry average, longest run of 23 yards on 196 carries weeks 10-18, only a couple of touchdowns), Marks is viewed as a probable start in all formats for week 6 based on volume opportunity. Analysts project him as borderline top-12 to 15-16 range RB, betting on volume and potential touchdown upside in PPR formats, especially with limited offensive alternatives for Houston.PositiveRoleOct 12, 2026
With David Montgomery sidelined for a few weeks, Marks will have a big opportunity as the lead back. He's 72% rostered and will likely be a workhorse for the Texans. However, he faces a tough matchup this week against Jacksonville (Damian Pierce had 11 carries for 14 yards against them), followed by a more favorable Giants matchup where he could be RB1 that week. Last year Marks averaged 3.6 yards per carry on 196 carries (weeks 10-18), scoring only a couple of touchdowns, so volume-based upside is the primary appeal.PositiveRoleOct 12, 2026
Marks will have a big opportunity with David Montgomery sidelined for a few weeks. His longest run this year is 12 yards, but he had three 12-yard carries and a 24-yard touchdown run (called back on holding penalty) against Tennessee, showing good tape. He's 72% rostered, so many will pick him up.PositiveValueOct 12, 2026
Marks would be the number-one running back waiver target if available, though he is 72% rostered. He faces a tough matchup in week six but remains the top priority among available backs.PositiveRoleOct 12, 2026
Woody Marks demonstrated capability in passing downs and is expected to continue receiving check-down throws; the source notes he has shown more juice than Montgomery throughout the season, suggesting sustained involvement if Montgomery remains sidelined.NegativeProjectionOct 12, 2026
Woody Marks, who started in only 14% of leagues, showed efficiency in Week 5 with 4.1 yards per carry and four catches while serving as the lead running back with Montgomery sidelined; the source projects his floor as a bye-week running back and ceiling as a low-end number-two fantasy running back in half and full PPR, though his schedule (Jacksonville, Giants, bye, Chargers) is tougher than Ramondre Stevenson's.PositiveRoleOct 12, 2026
Woody Marks is a winner after his backfield teammate was injured; the source groups him with Ramondre Stevenson as a beneficiary of backfield opportunity and states he would be a winner even if the injured backfield mate returned.PositiveUsageOct 12, 2026
Marks had a lot of work in Week 5 with Montgomery sidelined by a groin injury; however, the Jaguars present a challenging matchup next week as the toughest run defense in football, which could limit his fantasy upside.NegativeRoleOct 10, 2026
Considered in start/sit decision alongside Monongai McConkie and Keon Coleman; recommended start if McConkie is ruled out and DJ Moore is unavailable.PositiveRoleOct 8, 2026
Woody Marks is receiving increased work in Houston's backfield, particularly in high-value situations. He has received carries inside the 10-yard line in the last two weeks and scored on them, suggesting a shift in goal-line opportunities away from David Montgomery. The source projects him between 8-9 PPR points alongside other backup running backs.PositiveUsageOct 1, 2026
Woody Marks is gaining momentum in the Texans' backfield and is the preferred pass-catching option. He is making progress in short-yardage situations and could reach 10 PPR points against Dallas, especially if Houston is trailing.PositiveUsageOct 1, 2026
The source expresses a desire for the team to utilize Woody Marks as they did in Week 2, where he recorded five catches, providing easy opportunities and fantasy points.PositiveSleeperSep 30, 2026
Woody Marks is a cheap running back option who has shown involvement in the two-minute offense and goal-line work.NegativeUsageSep 28, 2026
Marks saw goal-line usage for the Texans in Week 3, including a one-yard touchdown. While not necessarily the permanent goal-line back, his involvement is a concern for David Montgomery's fantasy value.NegativeRoleSep 14, 2026
Woody Marks split snaps nearly evenly with David Montgomery (49% to 51%) but has no goal-line role; Montgomery got all three red-zone touches (3 of 3 inside the 5). The source explicitly states the Jaguars do not want Marks near the goal line if they can help it, limiting his upside despite the snap share.NegativeUsageSep 10, 2026
Marks is viewed as a deeper option who may have an advantage if the Texans are forced to chase points, but he is generally ranked behind other depth running backs.PositiveValueSep 7, 2026
Woody Marks is going significantly behind David Montgomery in ADP. Source suggests the gap between them shouldn't be as wide, implying Marks could have more value than his current ADP reflects.NegativeRoleSep 4, 2026
Woody Marks was selected as bench depth on Team 6, part of the running back group after the receiver-heavy start.NegativeRoleSep 4, 2026
Woody Marks will not have an even split with David Montgomery in carries; he's expected to operate primarily on passing downs and in no-huddle situations, with minimal goal-line usage. The source would be shocked to draft Marks unless in a very late round.NegativeRoleSep 4, 2026
Marks could be in an even split with Montgomery in the backfield, creating uncertainty for both backs in that situation.PositiveUsageAug 24, 2026
Woody Marks is expected to play more on passing downs than David Montgomery. Analysts believe his current ADP is too low.PositiveRoleJul 27, 2026
Houston Texans running backs coach Danny Barrett said Woody Marks is going to get a lot of opportunities this season, including on third down. The source notes Marks caught a lot of passes in college and could be very successful in PPR leagues if used appropriately with CJ Stroud. Marks is positioned as a good pick in double-digit rounds, banking on either a Montgomery injury or his role in the passing game, though he won't be the same type of guy as Montgomery was in the playoff game with over 100 yards rushing.PositiveRoleJul 6, 2026
Marks will play on third down for the Texans and could have an expanded role after Dario Gumbawale left the team; both players had exactly nine targets and six catches on third down last year.PositiveRoleNo date
D'Amico Ryan, the Texans head coach, has been praising Woody Marks, a second-year player, indicating positive regard for his development and role.