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Matthew Stafford and his balky back to be tested in opener when Rams face Texans' imposing defense

Matthew Stafford missed nearly a month of the Los Angeles Rams’ training camp with an aggravated disk in his back, and Alaric Jackson only joined practice this week after being sid...

SEPTEMBER 4 • Associated Press

Woody Marks could be X-factor for Texans in Joe Mixon's absence There is huge concern about Joe Mixon's health in Houston. The Texans' running back room will have to step up, including Woody Marks

SEPTEMBER 1 • USATODAY.COM

Woody Marks scores touchdown in Texans' last preseason game Woody Marks made the most of his chance in the Texans' final preseason game, scoring his first NFL rushing touchdown. How many more TDs will...

AUGUST 25 • USATODAY.COM

Hits paydirt in preseason finale Marks carried the ball six times for 19 yards and a touchdown and caught all three of his targets for 20 yards in Saturday's 26-7 preseason win over the Lions.

Impact The 2025 fourth-round pick made a strong final impression for the coaching staff, scoring the Texans' first TD of the afternoon on a nine-yard run early in the second quarter. With Joe Mixon (foot/ankle) uncertain for Week 1 and potentially headed for a stay on the PUP list, Marks could have a role in the offense right out of the gate behind Nick Chubb and Dameon Pierce.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Woody Marks' 9-yard TD run marks rookie RB's first preseason score Houston Texans running back Woody Marks rushes for a 9-yard touchdown against the Detroit Lions.

AUGUST 23 • NFL.COM

Team-high rushing yardage in win Marks rushed seven times for 40 yards and brought in his only target for no gain in the Texans' 20-3 preseason win over the Panthers on Saturday afternoon.

Impact Marks entered the game after starter Nick Chubb and finished as the team leader in rushing yards on the afternoon. The rookie fourth-round pick started off hot by gaining 19 rushing yards on his first two carries, and he enjoyed a strong afternoon overall in his quest to solidify a meaningful spot in the backfield pecking order come the regular season. Joe Mixon (ankle/foot) remains on the NFI list with no definitive return timeline, so Marks could certainly be looking at a No. 3 spot at minimum to open the 2025 campaign.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Minimal role in preseason opener Marks carried the ball three times for four yards and added 26 yards on one kickoff return in Saturday's 20-10 preseason loss to the Vikings.

Impact Even with Joe Mixon (foot/ankle) out of commission and both Nick Chubb (head) and Dameon Pierce sitting out the Texans' exhibition opener, it was veteran special teams ace Dare Ogunbowale who got the start in the backfield. Marks, a 2025 fourth-round pick out of USC, was the second back into the game for Houston, but he didn't see many touches before giving way to Jawhar Jordan. Given the draft capital used to acquire Marks -- the Texans burned a 2026 third-round pick to move up and get him -- his spot on the roster should be secure, but it's not clear if he'll have much of a role in the offense to begin his rookie campaign.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

2025 NFL Preseason Odds: Dart, Milroe Favored To Lead Rookies In Passing

Which rookies will lead the NFL in passing, receiving and rushing this preseason? Find out what the odds say ahead of Thursday's Hall of Fam...

JULY 31 • FOX SPORTS

2025 NFL Preseason Odds: Dart, Milroe Favored To Lead Rookies In Passing

Nick Chubb won't be the biggest beneficiary of Joe Mixon's injury Woody Marks has a golden opportunity with Mixon sidelined.

JULY 26 • FANSIDED.COM

USC's Woody Marks could make substantial impact in Year 1 with Houston Texans USC Trojan Woody Marks is predicted to make an impact with the Texans early in his NFL career

JULY 14 • USATODAY.COM

Houston Texans' Rookie Jersey Numbers Revealed For Jaylin Smith, Woody Marks Former USC Trojans Jaylin Smith and Woody Marks were both drafted by the Houston Texans in the 2025 NFL Draft. Smith and Marks reported for...

MAY 9 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Houston Texans leadership discusses Jaylin Smith, Woody Marks Houston made headlines by taking two USC players in the 2025 NFL draft.

MAY 4 • USATODAY.COM

Picked up by Texans The Texans selected Marks in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, 116th overall.

Impact The Texans traded a 2025 fifth-round pick and a 2026 third-round pick in exchange for this pick and a 2025 seventh-round pick. Marks led Mississippi State in rushing yards during the 2022 and 2023 seasons before heading to USC for his fifth year. The Georgia native earned Second Team All-Big Ten honors at USC by recording 1,133 yards (5.7 YPC) and nine touchdowns in addition to 47 receptions for 321 yards. Marks measured in at 5-foot-10, 207 pounds at the NFL Combine while adding a 4.54 40-yard dash to his resume. While he'll turn 25 years old during his rookie season, Marks is a sturdy runner and will look to earn a role as a pass catcher, although he'll face stiff competition from Dameon Pierce, Dare Ogunbowale and J.J. Taylor for those duties behind lead back Joe Mixon.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE