Chris Rodriguez Jr.

Chris Rodriguez rushed 11 times for 52 yards in Sunday’s Week 10 win over the Giants.

Fantasy Impact

Rodriguez stepped up in Brian Robinson’s absence, tying Austin Ekeler with 11 carries. Assuming Robinson returns in Week 10, Rodriguez will not be fantasy-relevant in the matchup against the Steelers.

The Commanders elevated RB Chris Rodriguez Jr. from the practice squad.

Fantasy Impact

The move comes with Brian Robinson Jr. ruled out. Rodriguez should hold a depth role in the Commanders backfield.

The Commanders have released Chris Rodriguez.

Fantasy Impact

Rodriguez will now be free to sign with any team. The 24-year-old will likely draw interest from teams that are looking for depth at running back. Rodriguez tallied 247 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 51 carries in 13 games last season.

Chris Rodriguez Jr. rushed the ball once for one yards and caught four passes for 39 yards in Sunday's 20-10 win over the New England Patriots.

Fantasy Impact

The Commanders didn't get Rodriguez involved as a rusher on Sunday, but he was heavily involved in the passing game. He led the team with 39 receiving yards on the day, and he is currently listed as the RB3 on the team's unofficial depth chart. He seems like a good candidate to make Washington's 53-man roster over the next few days.

Chris Rodriguez Jr. was placed on IR on Thursday due to an ankle injury.

Fantasy Impact

Rodriguez had an MRI on his ankle earlier this week, and now the decision has been made to end his rookie campaign early. The sixth-round pick out of Kentucky saw action in 13 games during his first NFL season, rushing for 247 yards (4.8 Y/A) and two touchdowns on 51 carries.