Jacory Croskey-Merritt, the Washington Commanders running back, was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Oct. 8, battling a groin injury. It’s never good when your guy is on the limited list, especially as we head into Week 5.
Running on Empty?
This groin issue is a fresh worry on top of an already frustrating trend for Croskey-Merritt. He’s been getting a steady workload in the Commanders’ rushing attack, averaging a solid 14 carries per game. But here’s the kicker: he hasn’t topped 50 yards on the ground in a single game since the season opener. That’s a lot of touches without much payoff, and it’s got to be frustrating for anyone counting on him. You want those carries to translate into real yardage, right?
What’s Next for Week 5
Looking ahead to Week 5, assuming Croskey-Merritt can even suit up and play, his outlook isn’t exactly shining. With the current production slump and now this groin bothering him, he’s shaping up to be a touchdown-dependent flex option. That means you’re really just hoping he punches one in, because the consistent yardage isn’t there right now. Commanders fans will be watching closely to see if he can push past this injury and find some of that early-season form.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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