The Commanders tendered an exclusive rights tender to RB Chris Rodriguez Jr.

Fantasy Impact

Rodriguez will continue to hold a depth role in the Commanders backfield.

Chris Rodriguez Jr. ran for 94 yards and a touchdown in 13 carries in the Commanders 42-19 win over the Titans.

Fantasy Impact

Rodriguez saw all of his touches in the second half in garbage time. He mostly remains off the fantasy radar, though it's possible his performance on Sunday continues to earn him a larger role than Jeremy McNichols.

Chris Rodriguez rushed 11 times for 52 yards in Sunday’s Week 10 win over the Giants.

Fantasy Impact

Rodriguez stepped up in Brian Robinson’s absence, tying Austin Ekeler with 11 carries. Assuming Robinson returns in Week 10, Rodriguez will not be fantasy-relevant in the matchup against the Steelers.

The Commanders elevated RB Chris Rodriguez Jr. from the practice squad.

Fantasy Impact

The move comes with Brian Robinson Jr. ruled out. Rodriguez should hold a depth role in the Commanders backfield.

The Commanders have released Chris Rodriguez.

Fantasy Impact

Rodriguez will now be free to sign with any team. The 24-year-old will likely draw interest from teams that are looking for depth at running back. Rodriguez tallied 247 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 51 carries in 13 games last season.