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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jacory Croskey-Merritt vs RJ HarveyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

RJ Harvey is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.8 PPG to Jacory Croskey-Merritt's 8.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

RJ Harvey is the better fantasy play this season.

RJ Harvey is the better play on a neutral week. 10.8 PPG with 896 yards gives a reliable baseline. Jacory Croskey-Merritt at 8.0 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft RJ Harvey higher, but do not fade Jacory Croskey-Merritt entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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RBWashington Commanders#40

Jacory Croskey-Merritt

PPG

8.0

Games

Rush Yds

805

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 7

RBDenver Broncos#27PPG LEADER

RJ Harvey

PPG

10.8

Games

Rush Yds

540

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

356

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Jacory Croskey-Merritt

RJ Harvey

Head to Head

8.0 PPG10.8 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Jacory Croskey-Merritt: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #40 at the position). RJ Harvey: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jacory Croskey-Merritt is producing at 36% of elite pace and RJ Harvey at 49%. That ranking gap means RJ Harvey carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jacory Croskey-Merritt vs RJ Harvey: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Jacory Croskey-Merritt and RJ Harvey is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Washington Commanders running back put up 8.0 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; RJ Harvey of the Denver Broncos averaged 10.8 in 17. A 2.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.8 points favors RJ Harvey, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

RJ Harvey is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 47 targets into 356 yards, while Jacory Croskey-Merritt profiles as a more traditional rusher with 805 rushing yards and 8 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats RJ Harvey carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Jacory Croskey-Merritt sits Week 7 while RJ Harvey is off Week 10. 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: Jacory Croskey-Merritt (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. RJ Harvey (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•RJ Harvey outscored Jacory Croskey-Merritt by a projected 48 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•RJ Harvey scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•RJ Harvey caught 47 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jacory Croskey-Merritt vs RJ Harvey: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jacory Croskey-Merritt	RJ Harvey
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.0	10.8
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	136	184
Rushing Yards	805	540
Rush Yds/Game	47.4	31.8
Rushing TDs	8	7
Receptions	9	47
Receiving Yards	68	356
Targets	13	58
Total TDs	8	12
Age	25	25
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 10

Summary

10.8 PPG for RJ Harvey versus 8.0 for Jacory Croskey-Merritt in 2025. The baseline favors RJ Harvey, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jacory Croskey-Merritt or RJ Harvey in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, RJ Harvey has the edge at 10.8 PPG compared to Jacory Croskey-Merritt'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 RJ Harvey average in 2025?▾

Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. RJ Harvey averaged 10.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 2.8 points per game.

When are Jacory Croskey-Merritt and RJ Harvey's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jacory Croskey-Merritt (WAS) has a bye in Week 7, and RJ Harvey (DEN) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jacory Croskey-Merritt or RJ Harvey a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

RJ Harvey outscored Jacory Croskey-Merritt by 2.8 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.