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Washington Commanders Defense vs Running Backs

Fantasy matchup analysis — how many points the Commanders allow to running backs. Updated through the 2025 season. Use this to identify streamers and make start/sit decisions.

10.4
Avg fantasy pts allowed per game to running backs
#1 Easiest (Top 5)
NFL defense ranking vs RB
75
Games in sample (2024–2025)

Top Targets vs Commanders

Players who have historically scored most against the Washington Commanders defense:

#1 Target 🎯
Saquon Barkley
PHI
27.3
avg pts vs Commanders (3 games)
#2 Target
Bijan Robinson
ATL
26.5
avg pts vs Commanders (2 games)
#3 Target
D'Andre Swift
CHI
22.2
avg pts vs Commanders (2 games)

Recent Game Log

Last 10 games running backs faced the Washington Commanders (2024–2025 seasons):

GamePlayerFantasy Pts
S2025 Wk18 Will Shipley
PHI
3.3
S2025 Wk18 Dameon Pierce
PHI
1
S2025 Wk18 Tank Bigsby
PHI
17.6
S2025 Wk17 Javonte Williams
DAL
11.4
S2025 Wk17 Malik Davis
DAL
10.3
S2025 Wk16 Saquon Barkley
PHI
21.2
S2025 Wk16 Tank Bigsby
PHI
9.7
S2025 Wk15 Devin Singletary
NYG
2.4
S2025 Wk15 Tyrone Tracy
NYG
24.7
S2025 Wk14 Jordan Mason
MIN
11.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Washington Commanders defense good or bad for fantasy running backs?
The Washington Commanders allow an average of 10.4 fantasy points per game to running backs, ranking #1 Easiest (Top 5) among all NFL defenses (75 games sampled, 2024–2025 seasons).
Which running backs should I start against the Washington Commanders?
Historically, running backs who have scored most against the Washington Commanders: Saquon Barkley (27.3 avg pts in 3 games), Bijan Robinson (26.5 avg pts in 2 games), D'Andre Swift (22.2 avg pts in 2 games). Connect your league to PlayCaller for a roster-specific verdict.
How do I use defense vs position data in fantasy football?
Defense vs position (DVP) data shows how many fantasy points a team has historically allowed to a specific position. High avg pts allowed = easy matchup. Low avg pts allowed = tough matchup. Use it as a tiebreaker when deciding between two similarly-ranked players with different matchups.

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