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Gets into end zone in Week 15 win Croskey-Merritt carried the ball 18 times for 96 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 29-21 win over the Giants.

Impact With Chris Rodriguez (groin) ruled out, Croskey-Merritt led the Commanders backfield in touches with 18 to Jeremy McNichols' 10, and the rookie RB turned that season-high volume into his best performance -- and first trip to the end zone -- since Week 5. The strong effort may push Croskey-Merritt back into a more prominent role in the offense even after Rodriguez returns, but his fantasy appeal will hinge on the more experienced back's health in Week 16 against the Eagles.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Commanders beat the Giants 29-21 to end their losing streak at 8 games

Jacory Croskey-Merritt ran for a touchdown, fellow rookie Jaylin Lane returned a punt 63 yards to the end zone and the Washington Commanders ended their season-derailing skid at ei...

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Jacory Croskey-Merritt's first TD since Week 5 boosts D.C.'s lead vs. Giants Washington Commanders running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt rushes for a 16-yard touchdown.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • COMMANDERS.COM

Set for more work with Rodriguez out Croskey-Merritt is in line for an increased workload Sunday at the Giants with Chris Rodriguez (groin) inactive for the contest.

Impact Rodriguez managed a pair of limited practices during Week 15 prep due to a groin injury, and after being listed as questionable ahead of the weekend, he'll get at least one week off to focus on his recovery. His 55 touches from the last five games thus are up for grabs, and Croskey-Merritt is the likeliest to benefit in the Commanders backfield due to his ability to handle early downs, while Jeremy McNichols serves as a change-of-pace option. A rookie seventh-round pick, Croskey-Merritt has averaged 4.4 yards per carry and 7.6 yards per catch among his 134 touches in 13 games to begin his career.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jacory Croskey-Merritt start or sit advice with Chris Rodriguez ruled out for Week 15 | Sporting News Washington Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez is inactive for the Week 15 game against the New York Giants. Here's our start or sit adv...

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Should I start Jacory Croskey-Merritt in fantasy? How to replace Commanders' RB Chris Rodriguez after injury | Sporting News This was a bit of a surprise.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Limited output in Week 14 Croskey-Merritt rushed the ball seven times for 32 yards in Sunday's 31-0 loss to the Vikings.

Impact Croskey-Merritt was once again uninspiring in Week 14, playing 10 snaps on offense, which was 12 fewer than fellow running back Chris Rodriguez (22). Croskey-Merritt has now gone eight straight games without reaching the end zone, and he hasn't crossed 40 yards on the ground since Week 6. With Washington's season going sideways and Rodriguez getting the majority of the workload in the backfield, Croskey-Merritt is an unappealing fantasy option at the moment.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays just 13 snaps in SNF loss Croskey-Merrit rushed four times for 20 yards in the Commanders' 27-26 overtime loss to the Broncos on Sunday night.

Impact The rookie running back has fallen behind Chris Rodriguez as the Commanders' preferred early-down running back, as Croskey-Merrit was out-snapped 37 to 13 by Rodriguez, who rushed 11 times for 41 yards and one touchdown. Both backs played fewer snaps than Jeremy McNichols, who produced six carries for 30 yards and two catches for zero yards on 44 offensive snaps. Involved in a three-man committee, Croskey-Merrit can't be trusted in fantasy lineups.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Is Jacory Croskey-Merritt playing tonight? Why Commanders RB is off to slow Week 13 start | Sporting News Washington Commanders running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt is off to a slow start in the Week 13 game against the Washington Commanders. Here...

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Works as No. 2 back Croskey-Merritt carried the ball nine times for 28 yards and caught his only target for five yards in Sunday's 16-13 overtime loss to the Dolphins.

Impact Chris Rodriguez got the start for the Commanders and wound up seeing 16 touches to Croskey-Merritt's 10, while significantly out-gaining the rookie as well. The coaching staff will get a Week 12 bye to re-evaluate the offense, but Croskey-Merritt's role seems more likely to shrink than grow, as he's gone five straight games without reaching 40 rushing yards. On the season, he's produced 498 rushing yards on 114 totes for 4.4 yards per carry, but that number has plummeted to 2.9 YPC during that five-game swoon.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Why Chris Rodriguez is playing more than Jacory Croskey-Merritt at Commanders RB | Sporting News Washington has made its preference clear.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • COMMANDERS.COM

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NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • RIGGOSRAG.COM

Chris Rodriguez or Jacory Croskey-Merritt? Week 11 Start or sit advice after Commanders RB update | Sporting News NFL Network provided an update on the Washington Commanders' running back situation for Week 11 and it is good news for Chris Rodriguez and...

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Increased touches late Croskey-Merritt rushed the ball 11 times for 30 yards in Sunday's 44-22 loss to the Lions. He was not targeted.

Impact Croskey-Merritt was rotating with Jeremy McNichols in a backup role behind Chris Rodriguez (shoulder) for most of the first half However, Rodriguez didn't record a carry following a one-yard touchdown plunge late in the second quarter, opening up a path for increased touches for Croskey-Merritt. The rookie didn't take particular advantage with a long gain of only six yards, though he could be in line for lead-back duties in Week 11 against Miami if Rodriguez remains sidelined.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Is Jacory Croskey-Merritt playing today? Why Commanders RB is off to quiet start in Week 10 | Sporting News The Washington Commanders are doing something a bit different at running back in Week 10, as Jacory Croskey-Merritt isn't getting on the fie...

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Lions' Dan Campbell feels for Commanders' Dan Quinn, who took blame for Jayden Daniels' injury

The Detroit Lions are eight-point road favorites against the Washington Commanders as they try to bounce back from a loss to Minnesota

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Back to full Thursday Croskey-Merritt (tooth) practiced fully Thursday.

Impact Croskey-Merritt underwent a dental procedure between this past Sunday's loss to the Seahawks and Wednesday, leaving him limited at the first session of Week 10 prep. Now that he's been able to handle every practice rep one day later, he's poised to resume leading the Commanders backfield Sunday against the Lions. Croskey-Merritt has tallied double-digit carries in four of the last five games, a stretch in which he's combined for 70 touches for 316 yards from scrimmage and two rushing TDs.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs limited practice Wednesday Croskey-Merritt (tooth) practiced on a limited basis Wednesday.

Impact According to John Keim of ESPN.com, Croskey-Merritt was donning a black non-contact jersey Wednesday due to having received some dental work. Since Austin Ekeler (Achilles) was lost for the season Week 2, Croskey-Merritt has paced the Commanders backfield to the tune of 88 touches for 404 yards from scrimmage and three rushing TDs over the last seven games. Ultimately, Friday's injury report will reveal whether or not Croskey-Merritt heads into the weekend with a designation for Sunday's contest against the Lions.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jacory Croskey-Merritt injury update is unexpected news for Commanders | Sporting News This probably isn't a big deal.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

A regression is one thing, but this Commanders season is now a full-fledged nightmare

Jayden Daniels’ hideous elbow dislocation Sunday night against Seattle may have been the last straw in a rough sophomore season for the star quarterback

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Remains inefficient Croskey-Merritt rushed the ball 12 times for 38 yards in Sunday's 38-14 loss to the Seahawks.

Impact Croskey-Merritt managed double-digit rushing attempts for the fourth time in his last five games, though he also ceded a significant amount of work to Chris Rodriguez. The split backfield wasn't solely a product of garbage time, as Croskey-Merritt only out-touched Rodriguez 5-4 at halftime. Washington's choice to change the touch allocation may have come as a result of Croskey-Merritt's inefficiency, as he's now been held below 4.0 yards per carry in four consecutive games while failing to log a rush of at least 20 yards in that span. Overall, he has been held below 40 yards from scrimmage in three straight contests.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Commanders pundit outlines blunt truth behind Jacory Croskey-Merritt's slump There is nothing to overly concern, but it's worth monitoring.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • RIGGOSRAG.COM

The season is slipping away for Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders

The losses and the injuries just keep mounting for the Washington Commanders

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Little with nine touches Monday Croskey-Merritt rushed nine times for 25 yards and failed to bring in his only target in the Commanders' 28-7 loss to the Chiefs on Monday night.

Impact Croskey-Merritt was held under 3.0 yards per carry for the second consecutive game in what was a second straight lopsided loss for the Commanders. The rookie back outpaced backfield mates Chris Rodriguez and Jeremy McNichols by eight carries each, but McNichols was much more involved in the passing game while recording a team-high five catches and 64 yards while also logging a co-team-high six targets. Meanwhile, Croskey-Merritt continued to be an afterthought in the passing game, a trend that conspires to limit his fantasy value when rushing opportunities and/or running room is at a premium. The outlook doesn't get any rosier in Week 9, as the Commanders welcome a tough Seahawks defense to town for a Sunday night showdown.

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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