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Updated from live statsEzekiel Elliott or Jacory Croskey-MerrittWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Ezekiel Elliott is a Dallas Cowboys running back who averaged 7.2 fantasy points per game across 14 games in 2025. Jacory Croskey-Merritt is a Washington Commanders running back who averaged 8.0 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | Ezekiel Elliott | Jacory Croskey-Merritt |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 7.2 | 8.0 |
| Games Played | 14 | 17 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 101 | 136 |
| Rushing Yards | 452 | 805 |
| Rush Yds/Game | 32.3 | 47.4 |
| Rushing TDs | 3 | 8 |
| Receptions | 18 | 9 |
| Receiving Yards | 128 | 68 |
| Targets | 0 | 13 |
| Total TDs | 3 | 8 |
| Age | - | 25 |
| Bye Week | Week 7 | Week 7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Ezekiel Elliott or Jacory Croskey-Merritt in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Ezekiel Elliott and Jacory Croskey-Merritt is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Ezekiel Elliott averaged 7.2 fantasy points per game in 2025 and Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.0.
Should I draft Ezekiel Elliott or Jacory Croskey-Merritt in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Ezekiel Elliott averaged 7.2 fantasy points per game across 14 games in 2025, and Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.0 across 17. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.
How many fantasy points did Ezekiel Elliott and Jacory Croskey-Merritt average in 2025?▾
Ezekiel Elliott averaged 7.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.8 points per game.
Do Ezekiel Elliott and Jacory Croskey-Merritt share a bye week?▾
Yes, both Ezekiel Elliott and Jacory Croskey-Merritt share a Week 7 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.
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