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Jacory Croskey-Merritt or Sam LaPortaWho 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. Sam LaPorta is a Detroit Lions tight end who averaged 12.6 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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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
TEDetroit Lions#5 TE
Sam LaPorta
PPG
12.6
Games
5
Rec
27
Rec Yds
316
Rec TDs
3
Targets
37
Bye
Week 6

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jacory Croskey-Merritt vs Sam LaPorta: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatJacory Croskey-MerrittSam LaPorta
PPG (Half-PPR)8.512.6
Games Played55
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)4363
Rushing Yards2390
Rush Yds/Game47.80.0
Rushing TDs20
Receptions527
Receiving Yards40316
Targets737
Total TDs23
Age2525
Experience1 yrs3 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 7Week 6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jacory Croskey-Merritt or Sam LaPorta in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Sam LaPorta 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 Sam LaPorta averaged 12.6.

Should I draft Jacory Croskey-Merritt or Sam LaPorta in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.5 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026, and Sam LaPorta averaged 12.6 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 Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Sam LaPorta average in 2026?▾

Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2026. Sam LaPorta averaged 12.6 PPG over 5 games. That is a difference of 4.1 points per game.

When are Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Sam LaPorta's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jacory Croskey-Merritt (WAS) has a bye in Week 7, and Sam LaPorta (DET) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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