The Washington Commanders don't have much to play for in Week 16 when they take on the Philadelphia Eagles on Saturday.
One thing they can do, though, is examine their running back room to determine what the future may look like for them at that position.
Chris Rodriguez Jr. Missed last week with injury but is expected back. In Rodriguez's absence, Jacory Croskey-Merritt had a 96-yard performance.
Now with them both playing, the Commanders have to figure out how to split the workload.
"I like the combination of the two," head coach Dan Quinn told reporters this week, via ESPN. "They're different in size, but both of them have an aggressive style and so they can break tackles."
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Rodriguez had been getting more touches between the two prior to his injury, so it seems safe to expect at least a 50-50 split, and maybe one leaning more toward Rodriguez. Because of Rodriguez's power-running style, he also seems more likely to get a touchdown.
The good news for those making this decision in fantasy leagues is that the Commanders are expected to run the ball a lot.
"If Washington wants to upset the Eagles, it must start with its run game," ESPN's John Keim writes. "Washington started the season strong in this area, ranking first in rushing yards after five weeks -- partly because of its QB runs. The Commanders have rushed for at least 145 yards in four of their past six games -- a result of playing in closer matchups, but also due to strong blocking from the tight ends and offensive line."
It's not a great matchup for Washington, which could fall behind early and not really be equipped to play catchup.
But if the Commanders stick around, their running game should give them a chance.
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