Is Jacory Croskey-Merritt the Commanders starter RB1, when should you draft Croskey-Merritt for fantasy football? Read the updated 2025 fantasy football outlook.
The Washington Commanders' backfield has been at the center of many discussions during the preseason. This past week, the Commanders traded presumed starter Brian Robinson Jr. , which leaves veteran Austin Ekeler and potentially seventh-round rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt as the lead options.
During the preseason, the seventh-round rookie looked rather impressive and is making a strong case to claim the starting role.
Should fantasy managers view Croskey-Merritt as the starting running back in D.C? Let's dive in! Be sure to check all of our fantasy football rankings for 2025:
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