The Washington Commanders will host the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt.
Is Jacory Croskey-Merritt Playing in Week 17?
Croskey-Merritt is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Commanders’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Croskey-Merritt in Week 17?
Jacory Corskey-Merritt ran for 96 yards and a touchdown in New York against the Giants in Week 15, but with Chris Rodriguez back from the hamstring injury, the rookie was more of an afterthought.
He wasn’t on the field for either of Washington’s first two drives and while he got the short touchdown run, it’s worth noting that Rodriguez got the first crack at it.
In the loss to Philly, JCM ranked third in this backfield in snap share (21.6%). His five red zone touches were nice to see and give you a path to getting a cheap TD (like last week) if you’re in a tough spot, but that’s all Croskey-Merritt is at this point.
If the Commanders were interested in extending the rookie in a meaningful way, we would have seen it last week with them trying to prevent the Eagles from celebrating an NFC East title. I think you’re lucky if you get 10 touches, and without a versatile skill set, you’re chasing a TD in an offense that I have little faith in.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Croskey-Merritt’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 17
Croskey-Merritt is projected to score 8.1 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Croskey-Merritt to rush for 49 yards and 0.5 rushing touchdowns, while adding 0 receptions for one receiving yard.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 17 Weather Impact: Cowboys at Commanders
The forecast for kickoff is 46 degrees Fahrenheit with 12 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
