Rachaad White found the end zone for the Washington Commanders in Week 6, piling up 57 total yards on 11 combined touches against the San Francisco 49ers. This wasn’t some flashy, dominant outing in a big win, but it was a crucial performance for a team suddenly facing a massive hole in their backfield.
White Steps Up In Commander Chaos
Look, the Commanders couldn’t get the ground game going on Monday night. White himself only managed 27 yards on seven carries. But when the pocket broke down, or a quick out was needed, he came through. He snagged four passes for 30 yards and, most importantly, punched in that touchdown. In a loss, that’s the kind of production you cling to. He cobbled together a decent evening, and every yard counted.
De Facto Lead Back? You Betcha.
Here’s the real story though: Jacory Croskey-Merritt just hit injured reserve with a groin issue. That’s a huge blow, but it also means White is now the de facto lead back in Washington. Yeah, Jeremy McNichols and Austin Ekeler will get their looks, but White’s suddenly got the keys. He’s proven he can handle a lead role, even if it was with Tampa Bay previously, and his pass-catching skills are exactly what a team needs when they can’t establish the run. He’s got that reliable receiver capability.
So, what’s next? White’s stock just shot up. For any fantasy roster, picking him up as an RB3/flex type is a no-brainer. He’s going to get the opportunities, and in the NFL, that’s what matters most. Keep an eye on the Commanders’ backfield, because White’s looking like the guy they have to lean on going forward.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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