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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jacory Croskey-Merritt vs Kareem HuntWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

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

The Bottom Line

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

This one is genuinely close. Jacory Croskey-Merritt edges Kareem Hunt by 0.0 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Jacory Croskey-Merritt goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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RBWashington Commanders#40PPG LEADER

Jacory Croskey-Merritt

PPG

8.0

Games

Rush Yds

805

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 7

RBKansas City Chiefs#39

Kareem Hunt

PPG

8.0

Games

Rush Yds

611

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

143

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Jacory Croskey-Merritt

Kareem Hunt

Head to Head

8.0 PPG8.0 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Jacory Croskey-Merritt: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #40 at the position). Kareem Hunt: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #39 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jacory Croskey-Merritt is producing at 36% of elite pace and Kareem Hunt at 36%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Jacory Croskey-Merritt vs Kareem Hunt: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Jacory Croskey-Merritt finished the 2025 season at 8.0 PPG over 17 games with the Washington Commanders, while Kareem Hunt clocked in at 8.0 across 17 appearances for the Kansas City Chiefs. A 0.0-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. Jacory Croskey-Merritt ran for 805 yards and 8 touchdowns; Kareem Hunt posted 611 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: Jacory Croskey-Merritt is off Week 7 and Kareem Hunt Week 5. 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: Jacory Croskey-Merritt (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Kareem Hunt (age 30, 8 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Jacory Croskey-Merritt outscored Kareem Hunt by a projected 0 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kareem Hunt scored 9 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Jacory Croskey-Merritt is 5 years younger than Kareem Hunt (25 vs 30), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jacory Croskey-Merritt vs Kareem Hunt: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jacory Croskey-Merritt	Kareem Hunt
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.0	8.0
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	136	136
Rushing Yards	805	611
Rush Yds/Game	47.4	35.9
Rushing TDs	8	8
Receptions	9	18
Receiving Yards	68	143
Targets	13	25
Total TDs	8	9
Age	25	30
Experience	-	8 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 5

Summary

Jacory Croskey-Merritt outscored Kareem Hunt by 0.0 PPG in 2025 (8.0 to 8.0). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jacory Croskey-Merritt or Kareem Hunt in fantasy football?▾

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

Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Kareem Hunt averaged 8.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.0 points per game.

When are Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Kareem Hunt's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jacory Croskey-Merritt (WAS) has a bye in Week 7, and Kareem Hunt (KC) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jacory Croskey-Merritt or Kareem Hunt a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jacory Croskey-Merritt outscored Kareem Hunt by 0.0 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.