Who Should I Start? Braelon Allen or Jacory Croskey-Merritt

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Week 1 Projections

Fant.
Pts.		 Rush.
Yds.		 Rush
TD		 Rec. Rec.
Yds.		 Rec
TD
5.1 23.2 0.2 0.7 5.7 0.0

Braelon Allen News

Braelon Allen Offers Handcuff Potential

Tuesday, July 21, 5:48 PM

New York Jets running back Braelon Allen is looking to bounce back after a disappointing 2025 campaign. Due to injuries, Allen was limited to four games this past season. The 22-year-old has worked hard this offseason to get his body right and get himself ready for a bounce-back campaign in 2026. Even if he's in great shape, Allen isn't going to be the No. 1 option on this team. Breece Hall signed a new extension and remains the workhorse back on this roster. At best, Allen can surpass Isaiah Davis on the depth chart and become a useful change-of-pace back. Fantasy managers should consider stashing Allen as a handcuff.

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Week 1 Projections

Fant.
Pts.		 Rush.
Yds.		 Rush
TD		 Rec. Rec.
Yds.		 Rec
TD
8.2 43.2 0.4 0.8 6.0 0.0

Jacory Croskey-Merritt News

Jacory Croskey-Merritt Is a Redraft Sleeper With Dynasty Risk

Friday, July 24, 11:01 AM

Washington Commanders running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt made the most of 175 rookie carries, turning them into 805 yards and eight touchdowns while starting seven games. He also caught only nine passes. That gap matters more now that Washington has Rachaad White, Kaytron Allen, Jeremy McNichols, and Jerome Ford in the room. The Commanders believe he can handle more early-down work, and his league-best 53.7% rushing success rate gives them a reason to find out. An every-down role is another matter. Croskey-Merritt still has to improve as a receiver and pass protector, and Dan Quinn has already suggested a committee. RotoBaller ranks him RB43 in both redraft and dynasty. The redraft price leaves room for a useful season if he leads the ground game. In dynasty, the crowded depth chart, limited receiving profile, and seventh-round draft capital make him tougher to buy aggressively.

Braelon Allen vs. Jacory Croskey-Merritt

Still trying to decide between Allen and Croskey-Merritt? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Braelon Allen is projected to score 5.1 points this week while Jacory Croskey-Merritt is projected to score 8.2 points.