Jacory Croskey-Merritt , the Commanders ' seventh-round rookie running back who gathered plenty of momentum after a strong training camp and preseason, is listed as Washington's fourth-string running back on the Week 1 depth chart for Sunday's game against the Giants .

Croskey-Merritt is behind starter Austin Ekeler , second-stringer Jeremy McNichols and third-stringer Chris Rodriguez Jr . The Commanders figure to employ a by-committee approach this season -- quarterback Jayden Daniels and wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. will see carries as well -- after trading Brian Robinson Jr . to the 49ers , a move that piqued interest in Croskey-Merritt.

"We think of an A-back and a B-back, Austin out of the backfield third down," coach Dan Quinn said. "So, it's not one size fits

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