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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Audric Estimé vs Jacory Croskey-MerrittWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Audric Estimé is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.4 PPG to Jacory Croskey-Merritt's 8.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Audric Estimé is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Audric Estimé and Jacory Croskey-Merritt are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.4-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBNew Orleans Saints#35PPG LEADER

Audric Estimé

PPG

8.4

Games

Rush Yds

198

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

103

Bye

Week 8

RBWashington Commanders#40

Jacory Croskey-Merritt

PPG

8.0

Games

Rush Yds

805

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Audric Estimé

Jacory Croskey-Merritt

Head to Head

8.4 PPG8.0 PPG

5 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Audric Estimé: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #35 at the position). Jacory Croskey-Merritt: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #40 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Audric Estimé is producing at 38% of elite pace and Jacory Croskey-Merritt at 36%. That ranking gap means Audric Estimé carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Audric Estimé vs Jacory Croskey-Merritt: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Audric Estimé finished the 2025 season at 8.4 PPG over 5 games with the New Orleans Saints, while Jacory Croskey-Merritt clocked in at 8.0 across 17 appearances for the Washington Commanders. A 0.4-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Audric Estimé ran for 198 yards and 1 touchdowns; Jacory Croskey-Merritt posted 805 and 8. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One scheduling note: Audric Estimé is off Week 8 and Jacory Croskey-Merritt Week 7. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in running back for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Audric Estimé (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Jacory Croskey-Merritt (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Audric Estimé outscored Jacory Croskey-Merritt by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jacory Croskey-Merritt played 17 games in 2025 compared to Audric Estimé's 5. That durability gap means Jacory Croskey-Merritt contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jacory Croskey-Merritt scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Audric Estimé vs Jacory Croskey-Merritt: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Audric Estimé	Jacory Croskey-Merritt
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.4	8.0
Games Played	5	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	42	136
Rushing Yards	198	805
Rush Yds/Game	39.6	47.4
Rushing TDs	1	8
Receptions	12	9
Receiving Yards	103	68
Targets	13	13
Total TDs	1	8
Age	22	25
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 7

Summary

8.4 PPG for Audric Estimé versus 8.0 for Jacory Croskey-Merritt in 2025. The baseline favors Audric Estimé, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Audric Estimé or Jacory Croskey-Merritt in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Audric Estimé has the edge at 8.4 PPG compared to Jacory Croskey-Merritt's 8.0 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Audric Estimé and Jacory Croskey-Merritt average in 2025?▾

Audric Estimé averaged 8.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Audric Estimé and Jacory Croskey-Merritt's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Audric Estimé (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and Jacory Croskey-Merritt (WAS) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Audric Estimé or Jacory Croskey-Merritt a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Audric Estimé outscored Jacory Croskey-Merritt by 0.4 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.