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Darnell Washington or Jacory Croskey-MerrittWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Heads up: Jacory Croskey-Merritt is listed out (groin) as of . The call below weighs season production, not this week's status.

Darnell Washington is a Pittsburgh Steelers tight end who averaged 5.8 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026. Jacory Croskey-Merritt is a Washington Commanders running back who averaged 8.5 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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TEPittsburgh Steelers#27 TE
Darnell Washington
PPG
5.8
Games
6
Rec
15
Rec Yds
156
Rec TDs
2
Targets
22
Bye
Week 9
RBWashington Commanders#28 RB
Jacory Croskey-Merritt
PPG
8.5
Games
5
Rush Yds
239
Rush TDs
2
Rec
5
Rec Yds
40
Bye
Week 7

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Darnell Washington vs Jacory Croskey-Merritt: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatDarnell WashingtonJacory Croskey-Merritt
PPG (Half-PPR)5.88.5
Games Played65
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)3543
Rushing Yards0239
Rush Yds/Game0.047.8
Rushing TDs02
Receptions155
Receiving Yards15640
Targets227
Total TDs22
Age2525
Experience3 yrs1 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 9Week 7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Darnell Washington or Jacory Croskey-Merritt in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Darnell Washington and Jacory Croskey-Merritt is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Darnell Washington averaged 5.8 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.5.

Should I draft Darnell Washington or Jacory Croskey-Merritt in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Darnell Washington averaged 5.8 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026, and Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.5 across 5. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.

How many fantasy points did Darnell Washington and Jacory Croskey-Merritt average in 2026?▾

Darnell Washington averaged 5.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 6 games in 2026. Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.5 PPG over 5 games. That is a difference of 2.7 points per game.

When are Darnell Washington and Jacory Croskey-Merritt's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Darnell Washington (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Jacory Croskey-Merritt (WAS) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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