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Roman Wilson or Jacory Croskey-Merritt

Who Should I Start? - Week 5 • Start New
Roman Wilson

Roman Wilson

WR • Pittsburgh Steelers PIT
Jacory Croskey-Merritt

Jacory Croskey-Merritt

RB • Washington Commanders WAS
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EXPERT ANALYSIS

Owners starting Wilson over Croskey-Merritt

 
 
 
 
START BOTH START BENCH BOTH BN

Wilson ... 16.67%

BOTH ... 14.58%

PROJECTION
FPTS: 10.1
REC REC YD REC TD FPTS
3.6 46.1 0.3 10.1
No projection for today.
Coming soon.
Outlook Roman Wilson

Roman Wilson vs. Colts — Surging Slot Role Brings Viable Flex Value

Wilson has hit his stride over the past two weeks, catching a touchdown in consecutive games while quietly earning exactly six targets in three straight contests. Operating as Pittsburgh's primary slot receiver, his opportunity should solidify even further with starting wideout Michael Pittman Jr. sidelined by a foot injury, keeping Wilson heavily involved in Aaron Rodgers' plans.

His roster rate has skyrocketed past 53% after recent scoring outings, though fantasy managers are still slow to start him. Our weekly projection slots Wilson at 9.4 fantasy points on 3.4 receptions and roughly 44 yards against Indianapolis. In a game with light rain expected, he profiles as a solid Flex option with upside.


FantasySP AI Analysis Updated 16 hrs ago
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EXPERT ANALYSIS

Owners starting Croskey-Merritt over Wilson

 
 
 
 
START BOTH START BENCH BOTH BN

Croskey-Merritt ... 25%

BOTH ... 14.58%

PROJECTION
FPTS: 8.81
RUSH ATT RUSH YD RUSH TD REC REC YD REC TD FPTS
13.25 40.89 0.3 1.11 8.79 0 8.81
No projection for today.
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Outlook Jacory Croskey-Merritt

Jacory Croskey-Merritt vs. Giants — Lead Role Faces Tough Efficiency Test

Croskey-Merritt continues to operate as Washington's primary early-down runner ahead of Rachaad White, but efficiency remains a concern after averaging just 2.8 yards per carry across 56 attempts through four games. With veteran wide receiver Stefon Diggs ruled out with a hamstring injury, Washington could lean more into the ground game.

With moderate rain in the forecast, conditions favor a run-heavy approach against a divisional rival. Our weekly projection targets around 13 carries for 41 rushing yards with minimal target volume. Started in roughly 23% of fantasy leagues, he profiles as a volume-based flex option who requires a touchdown to deliver strong value.


FantasySP AI Analysis Updated 16 hrs ago
Latest News Jacory Croskey-Merritt
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Performance Roman Wilson
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REC YDS AVG LONG TD
37424.7491
Season stats based on the past 7 days

REC YDS AVG LONG TD
613422.3492
Season stats based on the past 14 days
Performance Jacory Croskey-Merritt
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ATT YDS AVG TD REC YDS TD
9151.702350
Season stats based on the past 7 days

ATT YDS AVG TD REC YDS TD
28511.803420
Season stats based on the past 14 days
Next Up ❱ Redzone Touches
Redzone Touches Roman Wilson
REDZONE
WK OPP ATT TAR REC
1 ATL 🔓 🔓 🔓
2 @NE 🔓 🔓 🔓
3 CIN 🔓 🔓 🔓
4 @CLE 🔓 🔓 🔓

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Redzone Touches Jacory Croskey-Merritt
REDZONE
WK OPP ATT TAR REC
1 @PHI 🔓 🔓 🔓
2 @DAL 🔓 🔓 🔓
3 SEA 🔓 🔓 🔓
4 IND 🔓 🔓 🔓

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Next Up ❱ Own/Start Comparison
OWN/START Roman Wilson
OWN
55%
+47.92 compared to last week
START
23%
+21.47 compared to last week
OWN/START Jacory Croskey-Merritt
OWN
83%
-8.66 compared to last week
START
22%
-12.19 compared to last week
Next Up ❱ Consensus Rankings
Expert Consensus Roman Wilson
32nd
Average Ranking of Fantasy Experts
Expert Consensus Jacory Croskey-Merritt
31st
Average Ranking of Fantasy Experts
Next Up ❱ Player Breakdowns
Breakdown Roman Wilson

    Overview

  • Experts rank this player at 32nd among WR's. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 26th with 30.80 total points (7.70 avg).
  • Currently 53.86 points behind the leader: Jaxon Smith-Njigba
  • He is putting up better numbers than the experts expected him to.
  • Average points in the past two weeks have increased by 5 PPG. If you don't have the confidence he can keep it up, then trade him for a sure thing.
  • Receiving Stats

  • Top 50 in receptions and is currently ranked 43rd among WR.
  • Top 35 in targets and is currently ranked 29th among WR.
  • Top 50 in reception yards with 188 and 13.43 YPC and is currently ranked 41st among WR.
  • Top 35 in Rec TDs with 2 and is currently ranked 26th among WR.
  • Rushing Stats

  • Top 50 in rush tds with 0 (0.00 per game) and is currently ranked 46th among WR.
  • Bonus Qualities

  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Receptions: +13, Rec Yards: +181 Rec TDs: +2,
  • Big play ability! If your league has bonus points for long REC TDs then this guy would be great to have.
  • Season Outlook

  • REC: 55, REC YDS: 625, REC TDS: 5
Breakdown Jacory Croskey-Merritt

    Overview

  • Just about every team utilizies the dreaded 'running backs by comittee' policy. Two solid #1 starters are hard to find.
  • Experts rank this player at 31st among RB's. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 30th with 25.70 total points (6.43 avg).
  • Currently 72.4 points behind the leader: Kenneth Walker
  • He is putting up the kind of numbers the experts expected him to.
  • Slight decline in numbers lately at 1.8 PPG.
  • Receiving Stats

  • Top 50 in receptions and is currently ranked 39th among RB.
  • Top 50 in targets and is currently ranked 38th among RB.
  • Top 50 in Rec TDs with 0 and is currently ranked 42nd among RB.
  • Top 35 in red zone targets and is currently ranked 30th among RB.
  • Rushing Stats

  • Top 20 in rush attempts with 56 (14.00 per game) and is currently ranked 18th among RB.
  • Top 35 in rush yards with 157 (39.25 per game) and is currently ranked 31st among RB.
  • Top 35 in rush tds with 1 (0.25 per game) and is currently ranked 26th among RB.
  • Bonus Qualities

  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Rush Yards: -15, Rush AVG: -3.1 Rush TDs: -1, Receptions: +2, Rec Yards: +25 Rec TDs: EVEN,
  • Season Outlook

  • RUSH ATT: 185, RUSH YDS: 800, RUSH TDS: 8, REC: 12, REC YDS: 90, REC TDS: 0
Next Up ❱ Health Check
Injury Roman Wilson

No Injury Reported

Injury Jacory Croskey-Merritt

No Injury Reported

Next Up ❱ Matchup Comparison
Matchups Roman Wilson

Week 5
Pittsburgh Steelers VS Indianapolis Colts

PA/G YDS/G TO INT SACK TDs FSP
26.00407.2521902.94
Compare to same point last season

Overview

  • Experts rank this player at 19th among DST's. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 27th with 13.00 total points (3.25 avg).
  • Currently 35 points behind the leader: Vikings DST
  • He is putting up close to the kind of numbers the experts expected him to.
  • Average points in the past two weeks have increased by 2.8 PPG.

Defensive Stats

  • Ranked 26th in rush defense with 524 (131.00 per game).
  • Ranked 28th in pass defense with 1105 (276.25 per game).
  • Top 22 in points against with 26.00 per game and currently ranked 22nd among DST.
  • Currently ranked 19th in Total TDs with 0 (0.00 per game) among DST.

Bonus Qualities

  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Total Yards Against: +74.75, Turnovers: -4 Sacks: -1, INTs: -3, TDs: -1, Points Allowed: +5.25,

Season Outlook

  • SACK: 33, INT: 12, TDS: 3, PA/G: 25.8, YDS/G: 371.7
Matchups Jacory Croskey-Merritt

Week 5
Washington Commanders VS New York Giants

PA/G YDS/G TO INT SACK TDs FSP
19.75321.2586313.82
Compare to same point last season

Overview

  • Experts rank this player at 22nd among DST's. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 9th with 29.00 total points (7.25 avg).
  • Currently 19 points behind the leader: Vikings DST
  • He is doing better than most people thought he would.
  • Average points in the past two weeks have increased by 3.8 PPG. If you don"t have the confidence he can keep it up, then trade him for a sure thing.

Defensive Stats

  • Top 8 in total yards against with 321.25 per game and is currently ranked 8th among DST.
  • Top 2 in turnovers with 8 (2.00 per game) and is currently ranked 2nd among DST.
  • Ranked 15th in rush defense with 436 (109.00 per game).
  • Top 8 in pass defense with 849 (212.25 per game) and is currently ranked 7th among DST.
  • Top 2 in interceptions with 6 (1.50 per game) and currently ranked 1st among DST.
  • Top 8 in points against with 19.75 per game and currently ranked 8th among DST.
  • Top 2 in Total TDs with 1 (0.25 per game) and currently ranked 1st among DST.

Bonus Qualities

  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Total Yards Against: -87, Turnovers: +5 Sacks: -7, INTs: +3, TDs: +1, Points Allowed: -5.5,

Season Outlook

  • SACK: 33, INT: 11, TDS: 4, PA/G: 27.4, YDS/G: 382
Next Up ❱ Ratings Comparison
Rating Roman Wilson
11.42
FantasySP Player Rating
Rating Jacory Croskey-Merritt
14.82
FantasySP Player Rating
Next Up ❱ Career Comparison
Career Roman Wilson
RECEIVING RUSH
YEAR TEAM GP TGTS REC YD AVG TD ATT YD AVG TD
2025 PIT 10 23 12 166 13.8 2 0 0 0 0
2026 PIT 4 24 14 188 13.4 2 0 0 0 0
ON PACE 18 108 63 846 13.4 9 0 0 0 0
3-YEAR AVG 3 8 4 55 13.8 1 0 0 0 0
Totals 14 47 26 354 13.6 4 0 0 0 0
Career Jacory Croskey-Merritt
RUSH RECEIVING
YEAR TEAM GP ATT YD AVG TD TGTS REC YD AVG TD
2025 WAS 16 175 805 4.6 8 13 9 68 7.6 0
2026 WAS 4 56 157 2.8 1 7 5 40 8.0 0
ON PACE 18 252 707 2.8 5 32 23 180 8.0 0
3-YEAR AVG 9 88 403 4.6 4 7 5 34 7.6 0
Totals 21 231 962 4.2 9 20 14 108 7.7 0
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