Washington Commanders RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt rises in 2025 rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026
Jacory Croskey-Merritt, drafted in the seventh round by the Washington Commanders in 2025, has moved up to the No. 9 running back in the class as noted by Bleacher Report. He had a strong rookie season, starting seven games and rushing for over 800 yards. Currently on injured reserve due to a groin injury, his performance in 2026 has declined, with reduced yards per carry and limited contributions in the passing game. The Commanders continue to manage their backfield with alternative options while Croskey-Merritt recovers.
- •Croskey-Merritt played every game and started seven in his rookie year.
- •He averaged 4.6 yards per carry and scored eight touchdowns last season.
- •Currently on injured reserve with a groin injury, impacting team depth.
- •Washington is rotating carries among Rachaad White, Austin Ekeler, and Jeremy McNichols.
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — Commanders' RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt moves way up in 2025 running back class rankings
"Washington Commanders running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt was a seventh-round pick in 2025. Of the 23 RBs selected in that draft, Bill moves way up.
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