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The Washington Commanders have an intriguing young running back by the name of Jacory Croskey-Merritt, but he would rather go by "Bill Croskey-Merritt." Why? It's a nickname he picked up in his youth for having a short haircut,
Washington selected Croskey-Merritt in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL draft with the 245th pick. He had a circuitous route to the league, with stops at Alabama State, New Mexico, and Arizona in college. He was named offensive MVP of the East-West Shrine Bowl after rushing for 97 yards and two touchdowns.
After rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt forgot his first TD ball, Commanders QB Jayden Daniels made sure to retrieve it, paying forward a lesson he learned.
From Alabama State to the NFL, HBCU product Jacory, now going by "Bill" Croskey-Merritt scores his first TD and climbs the Commanders' depth chart.
Matthew Berry and the Fantasy Football Happy Hour crew give their deep sleepers for the 2025 season, naming Washington Commanders rookie running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Buffalo Bills wide receiver Joshua Palmer.
Jacory Croskey-Merritt will make his debut this season for the Commanders, but he wants NFL fans to call him by his preferred name.
In a showdown between LSU Heisman winners, Jayden Daniels rushed for a 14-yard touchdown on his lone drive, while Joe Burrow led two scoring series in Cincinnati’s victory over Washington on Monday night.
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