Woody Marks Fantasy Football Stock Watch After Breakout Performance In Week 4

Woody Marks exploded for 69 rush yards and two total TDs in Houston’s 26-20 Week 4 win. Betting angle: if Marks keeps a lead role, expect Houston to lean on the run — consider under/clock-control plays, and target Marks player-prop overs or a Texans moneyline in low-total matchups.

Texans Grind Out First Win as Rookie Woody Marks Breaks Out

Houston secured its first victory of the season with a 26-20 divisional win over Tennessee, leaning on a surprisingly efficient ground attack. The Texans’ rushers combined for 129 yards and one of the team’s three offensive touchdowns, providing a blueprint for how Houston might try to control games while its passing attack continues to find consistency.

Run Game Efficiency Masks Offensive Line Issues

Despite a productive ground outing, Houston still ranks in the lower third of the league in rushing yards (23rd) and rushing touchdowns (22nd). The offensive line has struggled to create consistent running lanes, but Sunday’s game showed the Texans can still manufacture tempo with a committed ground plan when their backs execute.

Woody Marks Flashes as a Reliable Option

Rookie Woody Marks emerged as the headline performer, posting 69 rushing yards on 17 carries with a rushing touchdown plus four catches for 50 yards and a receiving score. Marks played 56.3% of offensive snaps after receiving just 12 carries across the first three games, finishing Week 4 as RB6 in PPR formats with a season-high 27.9 fantasy points.

Fantasy Stock: Waiver Alert

Marks’ role could make him one of the top waiver targets ahead of Week 5. Previously rostered in under 10% of leagues, his workload and dual-threat production (rushing and receiving) should push him into many fantasy lineups, especially for managers needing immediate running back help.

Betting Implications for Punters

Marks’ elevated role changes several betting angles: - Game totals: Houston’s increased reliance on the run and clock control makes under/low-total plays more attractive when Marks projects to get heavy snaps. - Moneyline/spreads: Against evenly matched opponents, expect Houston to be more competitive late if they can sustain the ground game. - Player props: Marks is a viable target for rushing yards and touchdown props if he retains a lead role. As always, confirm injury reports and snap projections before placing bets.

Diving into Woody Marks' fantasy football stock after a breakout performance in the Houston Texans' win.

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