Rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt has begun to make waves at Washington Commanders' training camp, showcasing potential as a future star. Drafted in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft, he is seen as a key developmental player, especially as starting running back Brian Robinson Jr. heads into the final year of his rookie contract. The Commanders' running back lineup also includes veterans Austin Ekeler and Jeremy McNichols. While Robinson remains the starter with Ekeler as his backup, age and injury concerns loom over Ekeler, making Croskey-Merritt's performance particularly significant for the Commanders’ long-term plans.