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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Blake Corum vs Jacory Croskey-MerrittWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jacory Croskey-Merritt is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.0 PPG to Blake Corum's 7.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jacory Croskey-Merritt is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Blake Corum are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.0-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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RBLos Angeles Rams#47

Blake Corum

PPG

7.0

Games

Rush Yds

746

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 11

RBWashington Commanders#40PPG LEADER

Jacory Croskey-Merritt

PPG

8.0

Games

Rush Yds

805

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Blake Corum

Jacory Croskey-Merritt

Head to Head

7.0 PPG8.0 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Blake Corum: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #47 at the position). Jacory Croskey-Merritt: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #40 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Blake Corum is producing at 32% of elite pace and Jacory Croskey-Merritt at 36%. That ranking gap means Jacory Croskey-Merritt carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Blake Corum vs Jacory Croskey-Merritt: The Full Breakdown

Blake Corum (7.0 PPG) and Jacory Croskey-Merritt (8.0 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Blake Corum played 17 games for the Los Angeles Rams; Jacory Croskey-Merritt suited up 17 times for the Washington Commanders.

A 1.0-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Blake Corum ran for 746 yards and 6 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.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Blake Corum sits Week 11 while Jacory Croskey-Merritt is off Week 7. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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: Blake Corum (age 25) 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?

•Jacory Croskey-Merritt outscored Blake Corum by a projected 17 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•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

Blake Corum vs Jacory Croskey-Merritt: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Blake Corum	Jacory Croskey-Merritt
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.0	8.0
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	119	136
Rushing Yards	746	805
Rush Yds/Game	43.9	47.4
Rushing TDs	6	8
Receptions	8	9
Receiving Yards	36	68
Targets	14	13
Total TDs	6	8
Age	25	25
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jacory Croskey-Merritt at 8.0 PPG, 1.0 points per game above Blake Corum's 7.0. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Blake Corum or Jacory Croskey-Merritt in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jacory Croskey-Merritt has the edge at 8.0 PPG compared to Blake Corum's 7.0 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 Blake Corum and Jacory Croskey-Merritt average in 2025?▾

Blake Corum averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

When are Blake Corum and Jacory Croskey-Merritt's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Blake Corum (LAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Jacory Croskey-Merritt (WAS) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Blake Corum or Jacory Croskey-Merritt a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jacory Croskey-Merritt outscored Blake Corum by 1.0 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.