Texans Rookie RB Woody Marks ‘Under Pressure’ Entering Training Camp originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
With mandatory minicamp in the rearview mirror, the Houston Texans now turn their attention to training camp, where one position group is certain to draw attention.
After pairing former Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb with Joe Mixon this offseason, the Houston Texans have a one-two punch that might be one of the best in the NFL. As a result of the Chubb addition, Bleacher Report NFL insider Damian Parsons recently named Texans running back Woody Marks among six rookies under the most pressure entering 2025 NFL training camp.
“Where does Marks fit in?” Parsons wrote. “He would still be the best pure pass catcher in the room, but Mixon is a well-versed receiving back out of the backfield. He has 319 receptions over his eight-year career. There’s a chance Marks doesn’t receive the snap share as the initial expectations suggested.”
A former standout for Mississippi State and USC, the Houston Texans selected Marks in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Last fall with the Trojans, the 5-foot-10, 208-pound versatile tailback amassed 1,454 yards from scrimmage and nine touchdowns. Known for his pass catching ability, Marks recorded 261 receptions for 1,546 yards throughout his collegiate career.
“In training camp, he must prove to the Texans’ coaching staff that he is the best option on passing downs.” Parsons suggested. “Marks should impress them when matched up with a linebacker in coverage, but demonstrating that he is reliable to stay in and protect CJ Stroud will strengthen his case for playing time alongside the two veteran ball carriers.”
Parsons went on to add, “While Marks isn’t the starter, and he shouldn’t be, there’s a role he can play in this offense. However, he has to prove his worth when the pads begin to pop next month.”
While no official start date has been announced, the Texans are expected to begin training camp in mid-July.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 16, 2025, where it first appeared.