"Trading Brian Robinson Jr. to the San Francisco 49ers signaled a new era in the Washington Commanders' running back room. However, it's also a journey into the unknown. Austin Ekeler should carry the early load. He was among the league's most productive dual threats once upon a time, but that's not the case anymore. Jeremy McNichols is seen as a special teams ace but not much more. Chris Rodriguez Jr. and seventh-round rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt have potential, but both are unproven."
""The Washington Commanders cut ties with Brian Robinson Jr. earlier this offseason because they seemingly believe in their running back room, but there's still a chance they look to add on, especially considering how talented the rest of the roster is. Austin Ekeler isn't an explosive enough running back to carry the load for Washington. Shipping a mid-round pick to the Jets in exchange for Hall would be the perfect solution that would give Washington the talent it needs beside Jayden Daniels." Zach Pressnell"
Trading Brian Robinson Jr. created uncertainty in the Washington Commanders' running back room while elevating expectations for the remaining group. Austin Ekeler is expected to handle early workload but no longer provides the explosive production he once did. Jeremy McNichols projects mainly as a special teams contributor. Chris Rodriguez Jr. and seventh-round rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt offer upside but remain unproven. Washington needs reliable rushing performance in 2025 to validate a run to the NFC Championship and maintain contender status. The team could pursue a trade for Breece Hall to add proven talent beside Jayden Daniels, though Hall arrives with injury history and contract-year considerations.
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