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Deebo Samuel Sr. or Jacory Croskey-MerrittWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

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

Deebo Samuel Sr. is a San Francisco 49ers wide receiver who averaged 10.5 fantasy points per game across 5 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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WRSan Francisco 49ers#26 WR
Deebo Samuel Sr.
PPG
10.5
Games
5
Rec
16
Rec Yds
206
Rec TDs
3
Targets
20
Bye
Week 8
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

Deebo Samuel Sr. vs Jacory Croskey-Merritt: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatDeebo Samuel Sr.Jacory Croskey-Merritt
PPG (Half-PPR)10.58.5
Games Played55
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)5343
Rushing Yards78239
Rush Yds/Game15.647.8
Rushing TDs02
Receptions165
Receiving Yards20640
Targets207
Total TDs32
Age3025
Experience7 yrs1 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 8Week 7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Deebo Samuel Sr. or Jacory Croskey-Merritt in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Deebo Samuel Sr. 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, Deebo Samuel Sr. averaged 10.5 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.5.

Should I draft Deebo Samuel Sr. or Jacory Croskey-Merritt in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Deebo Samuel Sr. averaged 10.5 fantasy points per game across 5 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 Deebo Samuel Sr. and Jacory Croskey-Merritt average in 2026?▾

Deebo Samuel Sr. averaged 10.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2026. Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.5 PPG over 5 games. That is a difference of 2.0 points per game.

When are Deebo Samuel Sr. and Jacory Croskey-Merritt's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Deebo Samuel Sr. (SF) 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.

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