"However, there were some lingering doubts about whether he'd be active in Week 1 against the New York Giants. Fans thought the Commanders could give Croskey-Merritt a bigger role than initially anticipated after trading Brian Robinson Jr. to the San Francisco 49ers for a sixth-round pick. Expecting miracles from a seventh-round rookie is unrealistic, but his seamless transition this offseason raised confidence in not only his long-term outlook but also in the short term."
"The Commanders placed Croskey-Merritt at No. 4 on their running back depth chart. It's a wait-and-see scenario, but head coach Dan Quinn didn't completely dismiss the possibility of activating four running backs for their opening day engagement at Northwest Stadium. Washington's decision to elevate center Michael Deiter and wide receiver Chris Moore increased Croskey-Merritt's uncertain status. He was given a higher over/under rushing yards prop than any other running back by sportsbooks, but that is entirely dependent on the Commanders suiting him up for the contest."
Jacory Croskey-Merritt emerged as a standout rookie during the offseason and drew strong fan enthusiasm. Washington traded Brian Robinson Jr. to the 49ers and considered Croskey-Merritt for a larger role. The team listed him at No. 4 on the running back depth chart, though coach Dan Quinn did not rule out activating four running backs for the opener. Elevations of Michael Deiter and Chris Moore complicated roster spots. Sportsbooks set a higher rushing over/under for Croskey-Merritt that depended on his activation. Croskey-Merritt was active for Week 1, with Chris Rodriguez Jr. inactive.
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