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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Bijan Robinson vs Jacory Croskey-Merritt

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Bijan Robinson is the better fantasy play this season.

Bijan Robinson is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 19.5 PPG and 2,298 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Jacory Croskey-Merritt (8.0 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Bijan Robinson as the starter and Jacory Croskey-Merritt as depth.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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RBAtlanta Falcons#3PPG LEADER

Bijan Robinson

PPG

19.5

Games

Rush Yds

1,478

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

820

Bye

Week 5

RBWashington Commanders#40

Jacory Croskey-Merritt

PPG

8.0

Games

Rush Yds

805

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Bijan Robinson

Jacory Croskey-Merritt

Head to Head

19.5 PPG8.0 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Bijan Robinson: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #3 at the position). Jacory Croskey-Merritt: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #40 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Bijan Robinson is producing at 89% of elite pace and Jacory Croskey-Merritt at 36%. That ranking gap means Bijan Robinson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bijan Robinson vs Jacory Croskey-Merritt: Who Should You Start?

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Bijan Robinson (Atlanta Falcons) averaged 19.5 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Jacory Croskey-Merritt (Washington Commanders, 8.0 PPG) by 11.5 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

Bijan Robinson carries a 11.5-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Bijan Robinson is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 79 targets into 820 yards, while Jacory Croskey-Merritt profiles as a more traditional rusher with 805 rushing yards and 8 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Bijan Robinson carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Bijan Robinson is off Week 5 and Jacory Croskey-Merritt Week 12. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in running back for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Bijan Robinson at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Jacory Croskey-Merritt is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Bijan Robinson (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Jacory Croskey-Merritt (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Bijan Robinson outscored Jacory Croskey-Merritt by a projected 196 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bijan Robinson scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Bijan Robinson caught 79 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatRobinsonCroskey-Merritt

PPG (Half-PPR)19.58.0

Games Played1717

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)332136

Rushing Yards1,478805

Rush Yds/Game86.947.4

Rushing TDs78

Receptions799

Receiving Yards82068

Targets10313

Total TDs118

Age2425

Experience2 yrs-

Bye WeekWeek 5Week 12

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Bijan Robinson holds the PPG edge with strong output at 19.5 points per game. Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.0 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Bijan Robinson or Jacory Croskey-Merritt in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Bijan Robinson has the edge at 19.5 PPG compared to Jacory Croskey-Merritt's 8.0 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Bijan Robinson and Jacory Croskey-Merritt average in 2025?▾

Bijan Robinson averaged 19.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 11.5 points per game.

When are Bijan Robinson and Jacory Croskey-Merritt's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bijan Robinson (ATL) has a bye in Week 5, and Jacory Croskey-Merritt (WAS) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Bijan Robinson or Jacory Croskey-Merritt a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Bijan Robinson outscored Jacory Croskey-Merritt by 11.5 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.