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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jacory Croskey-Merritt vs TreVeyon HendersonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

TreVeyon Henderson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.1 PPG to Jacory Croskey-Merritt's 8.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

TreVeyon Henderson is the better fantasy play this season.

TreVeyon Henderson has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 3.1-PPG advantage is real (11.1 to 8.0), and TreVeyon Henderson's 10 touchdowns show scoring upside. Jacory Croskey-Merritt is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

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

RBNew England Patriots#24PPG LEADER

TreVeyon Henderson

PPG

11.1

Games

Rush Yds

911

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

221

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Jacory Croskey-Merritt

TreVeyon Henderson

Head to Head

8.0 PPG11.1 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Jacory Croskey-Merritt: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #40 at the position). TreVeyon Henderson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #24 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jacory Croskey-Merritt is producing at 36% of elite pace and TreVeyon Henderson at 50%. That ranking gap means TreVeyon Henderson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jacory Croskey-Merritt vs TreVeyon Henderson: The Full Breakdown

Two running backs who will land on plenty of the same rosters in 2026. Jacory Croskey-Merritt (Washington Commanders) finished the 2025 season averaging 8.0 fantasy points per game in 17 games. TreVeyon Henderson (New England Patriots) came in at 11.1 PPG over 17 games. The gap is real but not insurmountable with the right matchup.

TreVeyon Henderson carries a 3.1-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Jacory Croskey-Merritt ran for 805 yards and 8 touchdowns; TreVeyon Henderson posted 911 and 9. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Jacory Croskey-Merritt sits Week 7 while TreVeyon Henderson is off Week 11. 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

If you can acquire TreVeyon Henderson at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Jacory Croskey-Merritt is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Jacory Croskey-Merritt (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. TreVeyon Henderson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•TreVeyon Henderson outscored Jacory Croskey-Merritt by a projected 53 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•TreVeyon Henderson scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•TreVeyon Henderson caught 35 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 TreVeyon Henderson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jacory Croskey-Merritt	TreVeyon Henderson
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.0	11.1
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	136	189
Rushing Yards	805	911
Rush Yds/Game	47.4	53.6
Rushing TDs	8	9
Receptions	9	35
Receiving Yards	68	221
Targets	13	42
Total TDs	8	10
Age	25	23
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 11

Summary

Based on 2025 production, TreVeyon Henderson holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 11.1 points per game. Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.0 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jacory Croskey-Merritt or TreVeyon Henderson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, TreVeyon Henderson has the edge at 11.1 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 TreVeyon Henderson average in 2025?▾

Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. TreVeyon Henderson averaged 11.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.1 points per game.

When are Jacory Croskey-Merritt and TreVeyon Henderson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jacory Croskey-Merritt (WAS) has a bye in Week 7, and TreVeyon Henderson (NE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jacory Croskey-Merritt or TreVeyon Henderson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

TreVeyon Henderson outscored Jacory Croskey-Merritt by 3.1 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.