Jacory Croskey-Merritt

Last year, Jacory Croskey-Merritt had an up-and-down season as the RB41 in fantasy points per game. Washington didn't trust him as a passing game option, and he was in and out of the starting lineup as the team also leaned on other backs like Chris Rodriguez. In 2025, Croskey-Merritt had four top 24 finishes in weekly scoring while also popping in rushing efficiency metrics. Among 49 qualifying backs, he ranked 26th in explosive run rate, 19th in yards after contact per attempt, seventh in yards per carry on zone runs, and ninth in one rushing success rate (per Fantasy Points Data). Croskey-Merritt is only a dice roll this season as he'll be competing with Rachaad White, Kaytron Allen, and Jerome Ford for the starting job and work in 2026.

Commanders coach Dan Quinn said adding size and working on his pass-catching ability were two things the staff stressed to Jacory Croskey-Merritt going into this offseason.

Fantasy Impact

Croskey-Merritt could also see more opportunity as a returner on special teams. After showing flashes as a rookie last season, Croskey-Merritt will look to take a step forward this year -- though he figures to likely remain in a committee.