Outlook Woody Marks
Woody Marks vs. CIN — Secondary role keeps fantasy value on the bench
Marks operates as Houston's change-of-pace back behind starter David Montgomery, seeing modest rotational work. In his 2026 debut, Marks logged nine carries for 42 yards while recording a catch for minus-two yards. With wideout Nico Collins out, Houston may look to establish the ground attack, but starting guard Ed Ingram's absence could create tough sledding between the tackles.
Our weekly projection pencils Marks in for roughly 6.8 fantasy points on about 10 carries and 43 total yards. While he remains rostered in roughly 69% of leagues as a priority handcuff, fantasy managers have started him in fewer than 3% of lineups. Unless game script swings heavily or Montgomery cedes goal-line opportunities, Marks remains strictly a bench stash rather than a viable starting option this week.
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Outlook Demond Claiborne
Demond Claiborne at Chicago — Limited Touch Volume in Reserve Role
Demond Claiborne enters Week 2 fully healthy and could see an elevated backup role after Jordan Mason landed on injured reserve with a thumb injury. While veteran Aaron Jones Sr. remains the primary backfield option, Claiborne's explosive speed puts him in line for rotational snaps against the Bears. With starting quarterback Kyler Murray also ruled out, Minnesota may rely on a run-heavy approach, though Claiborne must still compete with DeeJay Dallas for change-of-pace work.
Rostered in just 4% of leagues and started in virtually none, Claiborne carries minimal standalone fantasy value this week. Our weekly projection pencils him in for around four carries and 18 rushing yards, yielding roughly 3.9 fantasy points. Fantasy managers should leave the rookie on the bench in standard leagues, though he remains an intriguing speculative stash if his touches ramp up.
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