RB - Washington Commanders
- 5' 10"
- 200 lbs
- Age 31
- Western Colorado
59°- Wk Rank (ECR)
- RB #44
- Proj.
- 6.9 pts
- Matchup (?)
Austin Ekeler carried the ball eight times for 36 yards and ran in a two-point conversion in a 27-10 win over the Eagles in Week 8.
Fantasy Impact
Ekeler averaged 4.5 yards per carry but was surprisingly not targeted in the passing game in the win. The veteran running back could see a larger role in Week 9 vs. the Rams as Jeremy McNichols (foot) left Sunday's game with a foot injury and did not return.
Austin Ekeler carried the ball once for three yards and caught both of his targets for four yards in a 23-17 loss to the 49ers in Week 6.
Fantasy Impact
Ekeler mixed in behind Rachaad White in the Washington backfield. The veteran running back should continue to see a handful of touches behind White while Jacory Croskey-Merritt is on injured reserve with a groin injury.
Austin Ekeler was wearing a non-contact jersey during practice on Friday.
Fantasy Impact
Ekeler was limited in practice on Thursday where he also wore a non-contact jersey. He'll have one more day to practice on Saturday.
Austin Ekeler (chest) was a limited participant at practice on Thursday.
Fantasy Impact
The veteran running back was able to practice on Thursday, but he was limited due to a chest injury that he's managing. He should be available to play on Monday night still and will see more work than usual if Jacory Croskey-Merritt (groin) is sidelined against San Francisco.
Austin Ekeler rushed three times for a loss of one yard while also catching his only target for 15 yards in the Commanders' 27-27 Week 5 tie with the New York Giants.
Fantasy Impact
Ekeler has seen minimal involvement since signing with the Commanders, logging five touches or less in each of his two contests. The veteran running back can remain off rosters in all formats ahead of a Week 6 contest against the San Francisco 49ers.
