Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols is back for his second season with the team after earning a spot on the final roster. McNichols was a valuable player in pass protection and special teams last season, in addition to showing versatility as a runner and receiver when needed. He averaged 4.7 yards per carry and scored five touchdowns, including two in Week 4 against Arizona last season and one against Detroit in the playoffs. The 29-year-old has bounced around multiple teams before Washington, but has carved out a nice role on special teams and as a stout pass protector, where the coaches rave about him. McNichols won't be relevant for fantasy purposes in Week 1, but will likely be on the field for some snaps.
Sep 6, 2025 1:52 AM EST
The Washington Commanders are re-signing running back Jeremy McNichols to an undisclosed one-year deal on Tuesday, a source tells ESPN's John Keim. Although McNichols wasn't on the fantasy radar at all last year in his first year in D.C., he was a valuable member of the team's RB room as a backup for his blitz pickups while also contributing a career-high 267 rushing yards and a career-high four rushing touchdowns on 55 carries over 17 regular-season games (one start). He also had nine catches for 27 yards and added nine yards and a touchdown on five carries in three playoff games. With both Brian Robinson Jr. and Austin Ekeler returning to the Commanders' backfield in 2025, McNichols will open the year as the No. 3 RB and will have a bigger role on special teams as a return man. The 29-year-old has only 625 rushing yards and five rushing TDs on 145 carries over seven NFL seasons.
Mar 11, 2025 4:37 PM EST
Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols punched in a goal line score during their upset victory over the Detroit Lions on Saturday evening. McNichols ran the ball only four times but was able to seal the victory with a late one-yard TD run in the fourth quarter. He finished the game with just eight yards on the ground and was not targeted in the passing attack. While McNichols had a similar role to what he did during the wild-card game, it is promising to see him occasionally receive opportunities in scoring positions. Given his depth role in the Washington offense, he remains a high-risk play in DFS formats during the Championship round.
Jan 18, 2025 11:50 PM EST
Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols is not a viable play in all format on Sunday when the Commanders face the Dallas Cowboys. Last weekend in their overtime victory over the Atlanta Falcons, McNichols saw just one rushing attempt. During Weeks 15 and 16, McNichols saw two attempts in each contest. With Austin Ekeler (concussion) sidelined, McNichols has struggled to continue to remain in the No.2 role, as Chris Rodriguez Jr. has begun to carve out a larger role behind Brian Robinson Jr. However, McNichols may be in danger of even losing the No.3 spot as Ekeler is listed as questionable for this game after logging three consecutive full practices and is nearing a return. Even if Ekeler does not return to action, McNichols remains a high-risk desperation play in this contest.
Jan 4, 2025 3:35 PM EST
Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols should not be started in any format this weekend when he faces the Atlanta Falcons. Even with Austin Ekeler (concussion) sidelined, McNichols has only seen a light uptick in opportunities. Instead, Brian Robinson Jr. has taken on more passing work. Over the past two weeks, McNichols has logged just four total rushing attempts and five total receptions for just 22 combined yards. Across the first 13 games of the campaign, McNichols flashed some solid upside, tallying 5.0 yards per carry but has rarely been given enough work to an impact. Given his minimal role in the Washington offense, fantasy managers should look for an alternative option as he is only projected to see a handful of attempts.
Dec 27, 2024 6:05 PM EST
Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols should not be started in any format this weekend facing the Philadelphia Eagles. With Austin Ekeler (concussion) sidelined, McNichols has taken the No.2 spot behind Brian Robinson Jr. While Chris Rodriguez Jr. has occasionally seen an increase in attempts, McNichols was deployed as the clear No.2 option last weekend as Rodriguez logged only three total offensive snaps. Since Week 12, McNichols has averaged a solid 5.3 yards per carry and has been operating as a change-of-pace option. However, in a game that will likely be very contested, Robinson may not leave the field quite often. Given his lack of stable opportunities, McNichols remains nothing more than a handcuff to Robinson with very little standalone value, especially when facing a Philadelphia defense allowing the third-fewest PPR points to the position this season.
Dec 20, 2024 7:13 PM EST
Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols should not be started in any formats in Week 15 when he faces the New Orleans Saints. In Week 13, McNichols logged just six carries, which was the third-highest on the team. This was surprising as Austin Ekeler (concussion) did not play, and Chris Rodriguez Jr. surpassed him on the depth chart. McNichols has consistently been deployed as a depth option in the backfield, averaging a cumulative 5.0 yards per carry across 50 total attempts this season. While Ekeler will still be on the injured reserve, fantasy managers should not trust McNichols as a viable option, as he could very well cede No.2 duties to Rodriguez for the second straight week. As a result, fantasy managers should keep McNichols out of their starting lineup for the foreseeable future.
Dec 13, 2024 5:35 PM EST
Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols took the backseat during their demanding victory over the Tennessee Titans. Entering this game with Austin Ekeler (concussion) on the IR, many suspected Jeremy McNichols to see an uptick in work and operate as the No.2 option behind Brian Robinson Jr. However, Chris Rodriguez Jr. logged double-digit attempts, while McNichols saw just six carries. While he was effective in his limited role (5.2 yards per carry), operating as the No.3 running back is not positive for his fantasy outlook. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status throughout their Week 14 bye week but should expect Rodriguez to be the new No.2 option in Week 15.
Dec 1, 2024 5:00 PM EST
Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols could be in store for an increased role against the Tennessee Titans with No.2 running back Austin Ekeler (concussion) ruled out. While both starting running backs, Brian Robinson Jr. and Ekeler, have been active, McNichols has only seen limited opportunities. McNichols only logged seven or more carries in four games this season. However, he has flashed some upside in his limited work, averaging 4.9 yards per carry this season. While fantasy managers should expect Robinson to see the vast majority of attempts against the Titans, McNichols could be worth a look as a desperation flex option in 14+ team formats, given his solid rushing efficiency this season.
Nov 29, 2024 6:35 PM EST
Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols made the most of his limited workload on Sunday afternoon as he tallied seven yards and a score off four attempts in their loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. He did not see a target in the passing game. After taking the backseat to Chris Rodriguez Jr. last weekend, McNichols returned to the No.2 role behind Austin Ekeler. McNichols salvaged his fantasy day by punching in a one-yard score in the third quarter. Even if Brian Robinson Jr. (hamstring) cannot return on Thursday evening, McNichols would again be considered a high-risk flex option, given his limited opportunities.
Nov 10, 2024 4:53 PM EST
Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols could see an increase in opportunities in Week 9 with Brian Robinson Jr. (hamstring) listed as questionable. Throughout the first half of the campaign, McNichols only has had opportunities when the Commanders had sizeable leads in games. He saw only seven or more carries in three games this season and two or fewer in the others. However, he has performed well with his limited workload, averaging 6.3 yards per carry with three total scores. If Robinson cannot suit up, McNichols would serve as a change-of-pace option behind Austin Ekeler and could see opportunities late in the game if Washington has a sizeable lead over the Giants.
Nov 1, 2024 8:27 PM EST
Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols could see an increased role if Brian Robinson Jr. (knee) misses his second-straight game. McNichols served as the No. 2 running back last weekend but registered only two carries for nine yards. However, in the previous two weeks, McNichols tallied 112 rushing yards with three scores. While the 28-year-old only saw the field when the Commanders had a sizable lead, this could happen again this weekend, facing a weak Carolina team. DFS players looking for a high-risk, high-reward option or redraft managers needing a desperation flex option should consider putting McNichols in their lineup as the Commanders could have a comfortable lead in the second half, opening the door for him to see opportunities late in the game.
Oct 18, 2024 6:00 PM EST
Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols could move up the depth chart on Sunday afternoon if Brian Robinson (knee) is unable to suit up. Robinson entered last weekend in questionable status but was able to play. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status throughout the weekend. McNichols has shinned in the few opportunities he has gotten this season. In Week 4 with Austin Ekeler sidelined with a concussion, McNichols tallied 68 yards and two scores on eight attempts. Last weekend, late into the fourth quarter when the Commanders had a sizeable lead, the 28-year-old received seven carries and totaled 44 yards and another score. If Robinson is unable to play, McNichols becomes a viable flex option in deeper formats as he should share the backfield with Austin Ekeler.
Oct 11, 2024 6:42 PM EST
Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols found the end zone for the second straight game on Sunday afternoon. McNichols saw most of the attempts late in the game as the Commanders had a sizeable lead against the Browns. In the second half, McNichols ran the ball seven times for 44 yards and a touchdown. Despite his limited opportunities, the 28-year-old continued his hot stretch after scoring twice and totaling 68 yards in Week 4. However, given how he only saw the field late into the game, he remains a solid stash option and a desperation flex play in deeper formats.
Oct 6, 2024 4:50 PM EST
Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols is coming off the best game of his career and could continue to carve out a role in the Washington offense with Brian Robinson Jr. (knee) questionable for Sunday's game. Last week, the former Titan found the end zone twice on just eight carries. He totaled 68 yards. Fantasy managers in deeper formats looking for an upside running back should consider stashing McNichols over the weekend, as he could see a similar workload if Robinson cannot suit up. Austin Ekeler typically sees passing work, which could open the door for McNichols to receive double-digit carries.
Oct 4, 2024 5:36 PM EST
Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols served as the No. 2 running back on Sunday with Austin Ekeler (concussion) sidelined and enjoyed a career game, as he punched in two scores with 75 total yards. McNichols tallied 68 of those on the ground, with the other seven coming through the air. Even though Brian Robinson Jr. saw most of the attempts, McNichols shined on the eight carries he saw and scored on an impressive 27-yard run and found the end zone again later on a seven-yard carry. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor Ekeler's status, as McNichols could be a low-end flex play next weekend if Ekeler remains out next week.
Sep 29, 2024 7:29 PM EST
The Washington Commanders signed free-agent running back Jeremy McNichols to an undisclosed deal on Monday. McNichols spent most of last year on the San Francisco 49ers' practice squad but did play a special teams role in three regular-season games. The former fifth-round pick (162nd overall) by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2017 out of Boise State will serve as running back depth in Washington behind Austin Ekeler, Brian Robinson Jr. and Chris Rodriguez Jr. There's a good chance the 28-year-old will be on the team's practice squad to begin the 2024 regular season if he isn't cut after training camp and the preseason. In his six NFL seasons with four different teams, McNichols has only 90 carries for 364 yards and one rushing touchdown, adding 40 receptions for 295 yards and an additional score in 37 games (zero starts).
Apr 1, 2024 2:02 PM EST
McNichols (shoulder) was placed on IR on Wednesday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.
Aug 3, 2022 12:37 PM EST
McNichols is being evaluated for a shoulder injury, Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.
Aug 1, 2022 1:36 PM EST
The Steelers have signed McNichols.
Jul 26, 2022 10:01 AM EST
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