Bill Croskey-Merritt burst onto fantasy radar in Week 1, rushing 82 yards and a touchdown on 10 carries as Washington’s backfield remained fluid after trading Brian Robinson Jr. The seventh-round rookie is officially Jacory Croskey-Merritt, but the nickname Bill has already taken hold, adding an extra layer to his breakout narrative. Week 1 showed immediate opportunity and the coaching staff’s early trust, signaling a potentially meaningful early-season role in an unsettled depth chart.

As Washington navigates a shifting committee, Croskey-Merritt’s fantasy value will hinge on continued opportunity, game plan, and opponent matchups. Managers should monitor practice reports and weekly roles, but the rookie’s doorstep entry is undeniable—he’s a high-upside hold in deeper leagues and a speculative add in standard formats if the workload sticks.