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Jacory Croskey-Merritt or Pat FreiermuthWho 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.

Jacory Croskey-Merritt is a Washington Commanders running back who averaged 8.5 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026. Pat Freiermuth is a Pittsburgh Steelers tight end who averaged 8.8 fantasy points per game across 6 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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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
TEPittsburgh Steelers#11 TE
Pat Freiermuth
PPG
8.8
Games
6
Rec
21
Rec Yds
180
Rec TDs
4
Targets
29
Bye
Week 9

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jacory Croskey-Merritt vs Pat Freiermuth: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatJacory Croskey-MerrittPat Freiermuth
PPG (Half-PPR)8.58.8
Games Played56
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)4353
Rushing Yards2394
Rush Yds/Game47.80.7
Rushing TDs20
Receptions521
Receiving Yards40180
Targets729
Total TDs24
Age2527
Experience1 yrs5 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 7Week 9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jacory Croskey-Merritt or Pat Freiermuth in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Pat Freiermuth is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.5 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Pat Freiermuth averaged 8.8.

Should I draft Jacory Croskey-Merritt or Pat Freiermuth in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.5 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026, and Pat Freiermuth averaged 8.8 across 6. 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 Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Pat Freiermuth average in 2026?▾

Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2026. Pat Freiermuth averaged 8.8 PPG over 6 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Pat Freiermuth's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

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