Commanders reveal plans for Jacory 'Bill' Croskey-Merritt with subtle decision originally appeared on The Sporting News Jacory Croskey-Merritt is one of the most popular names of the NFL preseason among fantasy football players looking for an edge.

But the true upside comes in the form of Croskey-Merritt, who could be more of an every-down back after the Commanders selected him with a seventh-round pick. The rookie turned heads during the team's preseason game against the Cincinnati Bengals by running for 46 yards and a score and figures to see plenty of playing time.

The Washington Commanders have finally parted ways with Brian Robinson, clearing the way for Jacory Croskey-Merritt to be a legitimate fantasy football option as the team’s primary starting running back.