Report: Croskey-Merritt (groin) not expected for MNF
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Key Points:
- Jacory Croskey-Merritt has been dealing with a groin injury since the start of the season and has been officially ruled out for the Commanders' Monday Night Football game against the 49ers.
- With Croskey-Merritt sidelined, Rachaad White and Austin Ekeler are expected to handle most of the backfield touches, with White favored as the preferred fantasy option.
- Croskey-Merritt has played through soft tissue injuries but remains a touchdown-dependent fantasy RB2 due to limited receiving involvement and inconsistent workloads.
- The Commanders' backfield shows depth with multiple running backs sharing carries, leading to uncertainty in Croskey-Merritt's role and placing him as a low-end RB3 or upside FLEX option in fantasy lineups.
- Croskey-Merritt will get additional rest during Washington's Week 7 bye, which may help his recovery and potential return to form in subsequent games.
