Texans RB Woody Marks Cleared from Ankle Injury, Eyeing Workhorse Role

Houston Texans running back Woody Marks, who averaged 20 touches per game in his last five outings before an ankle injury forced an early exit in Week 15 and subsequent absence in Week 16, is now off the injury report. The rookie is poised to reclaim a workhorse role, potentially ahead of Jawhar Jordan and Nick Chubb. He faces a Chargers defense that has proven more vulnerable against the run, having allowed 12 rushing touchdowns to running backs this season.