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1. Woody Marks takes over the backfield of the Houston Texans
Marks played more than 80% of the offensive snaps after playing less than 50% last week.
Marks had the most offensive snaps among the Texans heading into 232 of a possible 545 this week, but that was only a 42.6% snap rate. Nick Chubb had played over 50% of the offensive snaps on early downs, while Dare Ogunbowale played over 50% on third downs, but Marks was the most complete. The Texans had generally kept Chubb and Marks close early in the game, generally going with the hot hand when either one played well.
Marks started the game, marking his first NFL start. He took every photo of the first ride and also started the second ride. This makes it clear that this change was made intentionally in this game, and not with anything related to the game script or the hot hand. Marks not only played 80.8% of early-down snaps, but 70% of third downs. Ogunobwale had played at least 50% of third-down snaps in each of the previous three weeks.
Marks ran 14 times for 63 yards and a touchdown and caught two passes for 18 yards. Chubb played very well in his limited time, finishing with five carries for 47 yards and a five-yard catch.
Marks will deserve a lot more consideration for fantasy starting lineups in the future, especially next week against the Tennessee Titans. Chubb should remain on fantasy rosters for at least another week or two, especially since the Texans have a decent roster for running backs, making Chubb a good handcuff option.
2. The Los Angeles Rams backfield is turning into a two-back committee
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