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Moving up depth chart With Washington cutting Adrian Peterson on Friday, McKissic could be the No. 2 running back, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Washington has cut both Derrius Guice and Adrian Peterson this offseason, and while Antonio Gibson is presumed to be the main beneficiary, he's a rookie with no preseason experience. On the other hand, McKissic has a proven, unique skillset, and last season he rushed 38 times for 205 yards (5.4 yards per carry) and caught 34 of 42 targets for 233 yards and a touchdown for the Lions. McKissic (5-10, 195) doesn't have the frame to be a three-down workhorse, but he projects as an intriguing change-of-pace back in 2020. If Gibson takes off, however, McKissic could fade into a battle with Peyton Barber and Bryce Love for the remaining backfield reps.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Washington releases Adrian Peterson, turns to young backs

Washington has released veteran running back Adrian Peterson

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 • Associated Press

Antonio Gibson Presser: J.D. McKissic is a similar player, we could be a problem together Antonio Gibson speaks to the media after today’s practice

AUGUST 30, 2020 • HOGSHAVEN.COM

Washington goes into 2020 lacking depth, expectations

Washington has a new name, a new coach and no real expectations in 2020

AUGUST 26, 2020 • Associated Press

Sees snaps in slot McKissic worked out of the slot Saturday, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.

Impact The designation is at least worth mentioning, considering Washington's lack of credible depth at wide receiver. Of course, Finlay also mentioned McKissic's struggles at the position in the same tweet, so it's likely just an interesting footnote for a team still trying to figure out it's optimal pass-catching rotation. Regardless of the positional designation, McKissic still figures to hold a roster spot as the team continues to develop multi-talented Antonio Gibson to eventually usurp the career backup at some point in 2020.

AUGUST 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Still ticketed for same role McKissic's projected role hasn't changed after the Washington Football team released Derrius Guice, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact A pure passing-down specialist, McKissic has 91 targets and 88 carries in 35 career NFL appearances, though he did manage 5.4 YPC on his 38 totes for Detroit last year. A $1 million guarantee on his two-year contract suggests the 27-year-old should have a spot on the regular-season roster, but his role has come into question ever since Washington used a third-round pick on runner/receiver hybrid Antonio Gibson. The rookie could steal passing downs from McKissic at some point this year.

AUGUST 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

No-name Washington enters camp with low expectations

Washington goes into coach Ron Rivera's first training camp with no team name and low expectations

JULY 20, 2020 • Associated Press

Washington Redskins running back J.D. McKissic highlights | 2019 season Washington Redskins running back J.D. McKissic highlights from the 2019 season.

MARCH 19, 2020 • YAHOO.COM

Redskins to sign running back J.D. McKissic: reports The Washington Redskins are expected to sign running back J.D. McKissic to a two-year deal, according to multiple reports.

MARCH 19, 2020 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM

Atlanta Falcons: team cuts J.D. McKissic among 10 other moves to bring team to 53

The Atlanta Falcons had just nine remaining players to cut from the team. Read on to see who was waived from the Falcons.The start of the NF...

JUNE 30, 2017 • FOX SPORTS

Atlanta Falcons: team cuts J.D. McKissic among 10 other moves to bring team to 53