The Houston Texans will travel to take on the Los Angeles Rams in Week 1. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB Woody Marks.
Is Woody Marks Playing in Week 1?
Marks is not listed on the injury report this week, so barring any setbacks, he will play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Texans’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Woody Marks in Week 1?
Woody Marks was a fourth-round selection in April after a five-year college career that concluded with a strong showing at USC in 2024, where he posted 1,454 scrimmage yards with nine scores.
His path to a clear role wasn’t obvious when the Texans drafted him, but with Joe Mixon out for at least a month and potentially longer, his profile is worth exploring. He’s a significant threat in the passing game, a skill that could shine this season given the offensive line woes Houston figures to have.
During his prep career, 30.1% of his touches came via reception. During the scouting process, his vision and ball security were praised more than his lack of big-play speed was noted as a limiting factor.
Marks proved with the Trojans last season that he is capable of handling a heavy workload, with eight straight games of 15-plus carries in the middle of the season. However, it would be surprising if the Texans deployed him that way as long as Nick Chubb remains healthy. We are likely looking at an 8-to-10 touch role out of the gate with some PPR upside if the game script tilts that way. Houston gets the Bucs next week and plays in Baltimore in Week 5, two games where they could be playing from behind.
Now, let’s address the question you are probably thinking: why is a player named Jo’Quavious nicknamed Woody? As it turns out, he was a Toy Story fan growing up and dressed as Woody the cowboy for Halloween for nearly a decade. Since every game log lists him as “Woody,” we will stick with that until told otherwise and prepare the Toy Story puns should he earn a larger role.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Week 1 Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em article.
Woody Marks’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 1
Marks is projected to score 7.6 points in PPR formats. This includes 1.4 receptions for 10.0 yards and 0.0 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 1 Weather Impact: Texans at Rams
Since the Rams play in a dome, there is no weather impact for this Week 1 matchup. Temperatures will be a comfortable 72 degrees Fahrenheit with no wind.
