History of Jacory Croskey-Merritt in Timeline

Jacory "Bill" Croskey-Merritt is a professional American football running back currently playing for the Washington Commanders in the NFL. He played college football at Alabama State, New Mexico, and Arizona. He was drafted by the Commanders in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL draft.

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April 12, 2001: Jacory Croskey-Merritt's Birth

On April 12, 2001, Jacory "Bill" Croskey-Merritt was born. He is an American professional football running back.

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2019: Redshirting at Alabama State

In 2019, Jacory Croskey-Merritt redshirted as a freshman at Alabama State. Due to an NCAA discrepancy regarding his jersey number, his eligibility was affected later in his college career.

2022: 2022 College Football Season

In 2022, Croskey-Merritt rushed 120 times for 526 yards and four touchdowns while playing for the Alabama State Hornets. He then entered the NCAA transfer portal after the season.

2023: Successful 2023 Season with the New Mexico Lobos

In 2023, Jacory Croskey-Merritt had a successful season with the New Mexico Lobos, rushing for 1,190 yards and 17 touchdowns. He earned second-team all-Mountain West honors, and entered the NCAA transfer portal after the season.

2024: Limited Play Time with the Arizona Wildcats

In 2024, Jacory Croskey-Merritt played in just one game for the Arizona Wildcats, rushing for 106 yards and a touchdown. Eligibility issues limited his playing time that year.

May 9, 2025: Signing with the Washington Commanders

On May 9, 2025, Jacory Croskey-Merritt signed his four-year rookie contract with the Washington Commanders.

2025: Participation in the East-West Shrine Bowl

In 2025, Jacory Croskey-Merritt played in the East-West Shrine Bowl, rushing for 97 yards and two touchdowns. He was named the offensive MVP and declared for the NFL draft.