Commanders beat writer Ben Standig reports RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt (groin) isn’t expected to play in Week 6 against the 49ers.

17 October 2026

Croskey-Merritt has dealt with a groin injury all season despite playing in the Commanders’ first five games. He missed multiple practices this week and will now get two weeks off with missing the game against the 49ers ahead of Washington’s bye week. For now, expect Rachaad White and Austin Ekeler to handle the majority of the backfield touches for the Commanders.