DRBR: Washington Commanders

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6tkBRTzdRQ

Now that Brian Robinson Jr. has been traded from Washington, it's going to be a three-headed backfield to begin the season. And I want to make something very clear. Do not overlook Chris Rodriguez. Everybody is all over Jacory Croskey-Merritt. And I understand why. He is a guy that I profiled in this draft guide as someone who could end up being in a timeshare for fantasy consideration at some point this season. He has a really good skill set.

However, Chris Rodriguez and his DRBR numbers showcase a running back that if given an opportunity could make an impact as well. You're going to have to get through Austin Ekeler. Croskey-Merritt is going to get touches as well. But to begin the 2025 season, I think it's going to be a timeshare. And I think on the ground, you're going to see Croskey-Merritt and you're going to see Rodriguez be the main two running backs. And whoever performs the best will get the most touches.

If Croskey-Merritt outperforms Chris Rodriguez, he will end up being a guy for the majority of the season that is probably worthy of at least a flex spot. But if Chris Rodriguez can showcase some of that playmaking ability that the DRBR showcases here, he could end up being a steal this season and one of the biggest waiver wire pickups that we see.