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RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt, WAS (3 Viewers)

Pat Thorman
“Croskey-Merritt has had a handful of cuts and impressive runs that have not only made him a player to watch in camp, but a young guy who has put some veterans on notice. …Washington’s rushing corps struggled to produce late last season, and now every veteran on the roster is on a one-year deal or in the final year of his contract.”
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I took Croskey-Merritt in the 4th round. We start our rookie draft right after the NFL Draft. I wasn't nearly as high on this class any most FFers were, but I found it to be extremely deep. The 3rd and 4th rounds ended up being the best I can remember (at least as far as my board).

I had planned to take JCM at 4.3, but Pat Bryant was still on the board so I sweated it out until my next pick at 4.8. I came across Bill during my draft prep in early April and despite his limited career, he had the look of a quality day-2 RB prospect. What a steal in the 7th round.
 
I'm glad I paid attention to Big 12's Pro Day and traded back into our draft to scoop him at 6.3. I ain't doing victory laps yet. He's got a long way to go until September. That's camp, preseason games, and then trying to win the job, and if so, keep it throughout the season. But that's okay. It's a lottery ticket. Let's ride!
 
Hot Sauce Guy said:
Faust said:
@32BeatWriters
Jacory Croskey-Merritt.
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Everyone looks good running in slow motion.

Have we learned nothing from 1990s rap music videos? The key to making everyone look like they’re an amazing dancer is to show 2-second clips of them moving in slow motion before the next clip.

I’m not sayin JCM isn’t good, I'm just sayin.
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They have to use slow mo or you wouldn't see him
 
fatness said:
He's currently 5th on the Commanders "unofficial" depth chart, which at this point in the preseason doesn't mean a whole lot.
https://www.commanders.com/news/commanders-release-2025-unofficial-depth-chart
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Probably getting the rookie treatment and definitely has a ways to go, but when you have Robinson, Ekeler, McNichols and Rodriguez ahead of you, that's hardly insurmountable for the rookie. Ekeler is on his last legs and McNichols and Rodriguez are situational backs at best, so in the end it's really about nipping at Robinson's heels. Not sure if Croskey-Merritt is any good, but worth a stash at the end of benches IMO.
 
TheWinz said:
He's getting a ton of love for being the last RB drafted this year.
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He’s not a steep investment for people. I created the thread before the draft thinking the Shrine MVP and an electronically timed 4.45 would entice pro teams but it seems his lack of eligibility last year hurt him a ton at such an expendable position in a deep class at that position. If RBs have an uphill climb to security, this guy has been ascending K2 without a sherpa. And he’s been doing it with aplomb.

I’m fully behind him. Like I’ve noted, I traded back into my draft specifically for him at 6.3 because I believe at times in extenuating circumstances for guys and I think this is one of those times. I hadn’t been able to shake his highlights and I think he’s been worth the gamble so far. I think he’s really darn good, and we will see. His situation seems ripe but vets are tough to elbow aside. I think I’m being realistic. He’s 24 and that’s an issue right there that speaks not only to future limitations but past limitations also.

I got the 6.3 and 6.12 and took JCM and Oronde Gadsden II and I’m thinking right now that the potentially really good player who is out for the year (Owusu-Koromoah) was easily worth the gamble for the possibility that I might cash the lottery tickets for each guy. I can hope. That’s all we got sometimes,
 
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rockaction said:
TheWinz said:
He's getting a ton of love for being the last RB drafted this year.
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He’s not a steep investment for people. I created the thread before the draft thinking the Shrine MVP and an electronically timed 4.45 would entice pro teams but it seems his lack of eligibility last year hurt him a ton at such an expendable position in a deep class at that position. If RBs have an uphill climb to security, this guy has been ascending K2 without a sherpa. And he’s been doing it with aplomb.

I’m fully behind him. Like I’ve noted, I traded back into my draft specifically for him at 6.3 because I believe at times in extenuating circumstances for guys and I think this is one of those times. I hadn’t been able to shake his highlights and I think he’s been worth the gamble so far. I think he’s really darn good, and we will see.

I got the 6.3 and 6.12 and took JCM and Oronde Gadsden II and I’m thinking right now that the potentially really good player who is out for the year (Owusu-Koromoah) was easily worth the gamble for the possibility that I might cash the lottery tickets for each guy. I can hope. That’s all we got sometimes,
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aplomb = self-confidence or assurance, especially when in a demanding situation.

You're like word of the day toilet paper
 
TheWinz said:
rockaction said:
TheWinz said:
He's getting a ton of love for being the last RB drafted this year.
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He’s not a steep investment for people. I created the thread before the draft thinking the Shrine MVP and an electronically timed 4.45 would entice pro teams but it seems his lack of eligibility last year hurt him a ton at such an expendable position in a deep class at that position. If RBs have an uphill climb to security, this guy has been ascending K2 without a sherpa. And he’s been doing it with aplomb.

I’m fully behind him. Like I’ve noted, I traded back into my draft specifically for him at 6.3 because I believe at times in extenuating circumstances for guys and I think this is one of those times. I hadn’t been able to shake his highlights and I think he’s been worth the gamble so far. I think he’s really darn good, and we will see.

I got the 6.3 and 6.12 and took JCM and Oronde Gadsden II and I’m thinking right now that the potentially really good player who is out for the year (Owusu-Koromoah) was easily worth the gamble for the possibility that I might cash the lottery tickets for each guy. I can hope. That’s all we got sometimes,
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aplomb = self-confidence or assurance, especially when in a demanding situation.

You're like word of the day toilet paper
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May I entreat you to imagine me as a desk calendar instead? I'm confident you'll understand my request. Tip your waitress and bahtroom attendant, he's become my friend.
 
rockaction said:
TheWinz said:
rockaction said:
TheWinz said:
He's getting a ton of love for being the last RB drafted this year.
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He’s not a steep investment for people. I created the thread before the draft thinking the Shrine MVP and an electronically timed 4.45 would entice pro teams but it seems his lack of eligibility last year hurt him a ton at such an expendable position in a deep class at that position. If RBs have an uphill climb to security, this guy has been ascending K2 without a sherpa. And he’s been doing it with aplomb.

I’m fully behind him. Like I’ve noted, I traded back into my draft specifically for him at 6.3 because I believe at times in extenuating circumstances for guys and I think this is one of those times. I hadn’t been able to shake his highlights and I think he’s been worth the gamble so far. I think he’s really darn good, and we will see.

I got the 6.3 and 6.12 and took JCM and Oronde Gadsden II and I’m thinking right now that the potentially really good player who is out for the year (Owusu-Koromoah) was easily worth the gamble for the possibility that I might cash the lottery tickets for each guy. I can hope. That’s all we got sometimes,
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aplomb = self-confidence or assurance, especially when in a demanding situation.

You're like word of the day toilet paper
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May I entreat you to imagine me as a desk calendar instead? I'm confident you'll understand my request. Tip your waitress and bahtroom attendant, he's become my friend.
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No, you cannot entreat me, but you can ask earnestly or anxiously :wink:
 
rockaction said:
TheWinz said:
He's getting a ton of love for being the last RB drafted this year.
Click to expand...

He’s not a steep investment for people. I created the thread before the draft thinking the Shrine MVP and an electronically timed 4.45 would entice pro teams but it seems his lack of eligibility last year hurt him a ton at such an expendable position in a deep class at that position. If RBs have an uphill climb to security, this guy has been ascending K2 without a sherpa. And he’s been doing it with aplomb.

I’m fully behind him. Like I’ve noted, I traded back into my draft specifically for him at 6.3 because I believe at times in extenuating circumstances for guys and I think this is one of those times. I hadn’t been able to shake his highlights and I think he’s been worth the gamble so far. I think he’s really darn good, and we will see.

I got the 6.3 and 6.12 and took JCM and Oronde Gadsden II and I’m thinking right now that the potentially really good player who is out for the year (Owusu-Koromoah) was easily worth the gamble for the possibility that I might cash the lottery tickets for each guy. I can hope. That’s all we got sometimes,
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I know pro scouts are inherently "pros" and should be well aware of situations and dynamics, but it's hard not to agree with you on the " it seems his lack of eligibility last year hurt him a ton" thing.

I have to count myself as a miss on my assertions about how many RBs would be drafted in the top 3 rounds; but I still haven't given up my beliefs that this RB class was (and IMO in some ways still is) being underrated on its depth and strength. Still think we'll see a higher than average percentage of 2025 day 3 backs being fantasy relevant over the next three seasons. I think JCM is one of them. Robinson is a UFA end of this season. I don't think any of his metrics scream he's deserving of a high value second contract. Not saying JCM is going to be some RB1 next season, but I think the opportunities will only grow for him.
 
zamboni said:
fatness said:
He's currently 5th on the Commanders "unofficial" depth chart, which at this point in the preseason doesn't mean a whole lot.
https://www.commanders.com/news/commanders-release-2025-unofficial-depth-chart
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Probably getting the rookie treatment and definitely has a ways to go, but when you have Robinson, Ekeler, McNichols and Rodriguez ahead of you, that's hardly insurmountable for the rookie. Ekeler is on his last legs and McNichols and Rodriguez are situational backs at best, so in the end it's really about nipping at Robinson's heels. Not sure if Croskey-Merritt is any good, but worth a stash at the end of benches IMO.
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Also the 1st two on that list are UFAs next year. I have the 17-18 turn coming up. Feels like a nice spot to gamble. One dude in my league grabbed him in the 18th of another start up, so this is my last shot at him at 17.11
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Hot Sauce Guy said:
zamboni said:
fatness said:
He's currently 5th on the Commanders "unofficial" depth chart, which at this point in the preseason doesn't mean a whole lot.
https://www.commanders.com/news/commanders-release-2025-unofficial-depth-chart
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Probably getting the rookie treatment and definitely has a ways to go, but when you have Robinson, Ekeler, McNichols and Rodriguez ahead of you, that's hardly insurmountable for the rookie. Ekeler is on his last legs and McNichols and Rodriguez are situational backs at best, so in the end it's really about nipping at Robinson's heels. Not sure if Croskey-Merritt is any good, but worth a stash at the end of benches IMO.
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Also the 1st two on that list are UFAs next year. I have the 17-18 turn coming up. Feels like a nice spot to gamble. One dude in my league grabbed him in the 18th of another start up, so this is my last shot at him at 17.11
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It's worth the gamble at that stage, but he's probably going to have to really hit big this year to have long-term value. I'd say the odds are stronger that they'll be looking for a starting RB next year.
 
zamboni said:
Hot Sauce Guy said:
zamboni said:
fatness said:
He's currently 5th on the Commanders "unofficial" depth chart, which at this point in the preseason doesn't mean a whole lot.
https://www.commanders.com/news/commanders-release-2025-unofficial-depth-chart
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Probably getting the rookie treatment and definitely has a ways to go, but when you have Robinson, Ekeler, McNichols and Rodriguez ahead of you, that's hardly insurmountable for the rookie. Ekeler is on his last legs and McNichols and Rodriguez are situational backs at best, so in the end it's really about nipping at Robinson's heels. Not sure if Croskey-Merritt is any good, but worth a stash at the end of benches IMO.
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Also the 1st two on that list are UFAs next year. I have the 17-18 turn coming up. Feels like a nice spot to gamble. One dude in my league grabbed him in the 18th of another start up, so this is my last shot at him at 17.11
🤔
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It's worth the gamble at that stage, but he's probably going to have to really hit big this year to have long-term value. I'd say the odds are stronger that they'll be looking for a starting RB next year.
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commanderswire.usatoday.com

Commanders rookie running back is no flash in the pan

Every summer, NFL fans pick one player to root for in training camp. The Commanders have their guy and he's not just a roster hopeful.
commanderswire.usatoday.com

Sounds like he’s gonna make the roster.
 
Also, at 17.11 I’m tryna hit a home run. My team is pretty solid so bunt singles don’t interest me too much. I love long odds lottery tickets. :wub:

Appreciate this forum for bringing him to my attention. Hopefully he makes it to me. He went 17.05 in my last startup. 🤞🏼
 
For those who didn't watch, he looked better than what the box score says. He wasn't given a lot to work with and earned all those yards.

The team looked like a bunch of backups, which is not shocking since they sat their top 30 players. Pats had mostly their first string in for most of the first quarter also.

His hype won't accelerate from today's game but he looked legit. He's still behind BRob and Eckler though, because those two got sat.
 
(HULK) said:
For those who didn't watch, he looked better than what the box score says. He wasn't given a lot to work with and earned all those yards.

The team looked like a bunch of backups, which is not shocking since they sat their top 30 players. Pats had mostly their first string in for most of the first quarter also.

His hype won't accelerate from today's game but he looked legit. He's still behind BRob and Eckler though, because those two got sat.
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He is behind them, but with Ekeler they know what they have and he is old. No need to risk him in this game. I think, when all is said and done, Bill will be the actual RB #2.
 
WVU Alum said:
(HULK) said:
For those who didn't watch, he looked better than what the box score says. He wasn't given a lot to work with and earned all those yards.

The team looked like a bunch of backups, which is not shocking since they sat their top 30 players. Pats had mostly their first string in for most of the first quarter also.

His hype won't accelerate from today's game but he looked legit. He's still behind BRob and Eckler though, because those two got sat.
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He is behind them, but with Ekeler they know what they have and he is old. No need to risk him in this game. I think, when all is said and done, Bill will be the actual RB #2.
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His comp,this year, is B-Rob IMO. Ekelers role is Ekelers role.
 
Bill sure looks like the real deal. He also had about a 15-yard gain on a reception that was called back. The stop move he put on a defender in the flat on that play was sick.

It's ridiculous this guy lasted until the 7th round. I get there wasn't a lot of tape on him, but it's not easy to miss this kind of talent. JCM obviously has a long way to go before becoming relevant, but he's got way more upside than a lot of RBs taken several rounds ahead of him.
 
fatness said:
Bill sat out the squad scrimmage today with what sounds like a minor shoulder issue.

John Keim
@john_keim

Jacory Croskey-Merritt did not participate in the scrimmage. Had a shoulder issue from the preseason opener. Nothing big; just precaution. Chris Rodriguez had a nice outing -- also sustained a block at the goal line on a Hartman scramble for a TD.
11:18 AM · Aug 12, 2025
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Noooooooooooo

Rest up, Bill!
 
What round is too early to take him in a PPR redraft? There has been a lot of buzz. Is late 14th round too early? Only RBs with higher ADP available are Guerendo, Chubb, Wright, Hunt...I could make an argument he has more upside and opportunity than almost all of them (Guerendo is a valuable backup too, but he sure gets dinged up a lot)
 
He's up to 13.04 ADP/RB55 in FPC/Big Gorilla, over the last 48 hours of Drafts with a range of 10.04 - 16.05, across 36 Drafts.

Najee, RWhite, Ekeler, Allgeier ... JC-M ... Chubb, Marks, Shipley, RJohnson, Dowdle, TBrooks, BrSmith, Monangai
 
ffmail4me said:
What round is too early to take him in a PPR redraft? There has been a lot of buzz. Is late 14th round too early? Only RBs with higher ADP available are Guerendo, Chubb, Wright, Hunt...I could make an argument he has more upside and opportunity than almost all of them (Guerendo is a valuable backup too, but he sure gets dinged up a lot)
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Assuming a 16-18 player roster size for a redraft league, I'd think that is reasonable. His upside is worth it, and the benefit of a redraft league/FPV/Big Gorilla type league vs. say a tourney style best ball league is you can drop him and replace him if it's clear he is going to be buried.
 
nittanylion said:
He's up to 13.04 ADP/RB55 in FPC/Big Gorilla, over the last 48 hours of Drafts with a range of 10.04 - 16.05, across 36 Drafts.

Najee, RWhite, Ekeler, Allgeier ... JC-M ... Chubb, Marks, Shipley, RJohnson, Dowdle, TBrooks, BrSmith, Monangai
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In the ME's he's going 12.10 and I took him in early 12th last night.

I did that draft with an old friend of mine and will admit I'm a little sore his influence on an earlier pick is what led me to taking any RB with that pick but I do like him more then the RB options that went around him.
 
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