Rodriguez Returns, Scores TD & Pads Stats in Commanders' Loss

Chris Rodriguez returned from a one-game absence, rushing 15 times for 63 yards and a touchdown, and adding one reception for six yards in Saturday's 29-18 loss to the Eagles. He tied his season-high with 15 carries and 16 touches, working in a relatively even split with Jacory Croskey-Merritt. Rodriguez padded his stats in garbage time, recording four rushing attempts for 38 yards and his touchdown on Washington's final possession. The Commanders' backfield remains ambiguous for Week 17 against the Cowboys, though Rodriguez is expected to retain a significant role.