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Must-see QBs face off when Jayden Daniels and the Commanders visit Lamar Jackson and the Ravens

Jayden Daniels and the red-hot Washington Commanders visit Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday in the most anticipated NFL game of the weekend

OCTOBER 10, 2024 • Associated Press

Gets back to full practice Thursday Ekeler (heel) practiced in full Thursday.

Impact Ekeler followed up Wednesday's capped session with all activity one day later, indicating his heel issue isn't too much of a concern. At the same time, fellow RB Brian Robinson has yet to practice this week due to a lingering knee injury. Robinson was able to suit up this past Sunday versus the Browns, but snaps and touches were spread among him, Ekeler and Jeremy McNichols. A similar breakdown of reps between the trio is likely to occur Sunday in Baltimore if Robinson again is active.

OCTOBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited Wednesday Ekeler (heel) practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday.

Impact Ekeler was productive in his return from a one-game absence this past Sunday against the Browns, turning eight touches into 97 yards from scrimmage while pacing Commanders running backs with a 49 percent snap share. Meanwhile, Brian Robinson fell back to No. 2 due to a lingering knee injury on his way to seven carries for 18 yards and two touchdowns, and Jeremy McNichols had seven rushes for 44 yards and one TD. Robinson again didn't practice Wednesday, so assuming the entire trio is able to suit up Sunday in Baltimore, a similar breakdown of reps may come to pass in that contest.

OCTOBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Falls short of 100 scrimmage yards Ekeler carried the ball six times for 67 yards and caught both his targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 34-13 win over the Browns.

Impact Despite the low touch volume, Ekeler produced a season-best yardage total in his return from a concussion that cost him last week's win over the Cardinals. The former Charger might have has even bigger day from a fantasy perspective, but Washington's three rushing TDs from inside the five-yard line went to Brian Robinson (two) and Jeremy McNichols (one) instead. Ekeler is showing he's got plenty left in the tank after his rough 2023 campaign with the Bolts, and through his first five games as a Commander he's averaging an eye-popping 7.9 yards per carry, albeit on only 19 totes. He'll look to keep rolling in Week 6 against the Ravens.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jayden Daniels and the Commanders rout the Browns 34-13 to win their 4th in a row

Jayden Daniels bounced back from an early interception with the longest touchdown pass of his young NFL career as he and the Washington Commanders routed the Cleveland Browns 34-13...

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • Associated Press

Commanders RB Austin Ekeler clears concussion protocol, to play vs. Browns Washington running back Austin Ekeler has cleared concussion protocol and will play in Sunday’s home game against the Cleveland Browns, Comm...

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Clears concussion protocol Ekeler cleared concussion protocol and will play against the Browns on Sunday, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official site reports.

Impact Meanwhile, backfield mate Brian Robinson (knee) is said to be "trending in the right direction" but could be headed for a game-time decision. A Robinson absence would set up Ekeler for his largest workload of the season, with Jeremy McNichols potentially also having a significant role again after filling in for Ekeler during last week's win at Arizona.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets back to full practice Thursday Ekeler (concussion) practiced in full Thursday.

Impact Ekeler returned to drills this week for the first time since he sustained a concussion Week 3, and he increased his activity level from limited Wednesday to all activity Thursday. Per John Keim of ESPN.com, Ekeler even was spotted without a yellow non-contact jersey Thursday, signaling that he's been cleared for contact. Still, Ekeler must gain clearance from an independent neurologist in order to suit up Sunday in Seattle. Because Brian Robinson (knee) hasn't practiced this week, there's a chance Ekeler could take on a significant role this weekend, assuming he's active and the former is inhibited or sits out.

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleveland visits Washington in a matchup of teams with seasons going in opposite directions

The Cleveland Browns visit the Washington Commanders in a matchup of teams going in different directions

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • Associated Press

Limited in return to practice Ekeler (concussion) practiced in a limited capacity.

Impact Ekeler left midway through the Commanders' Week 3 win at Cincinnati due to a concussion, and the issue didn't allow him to practice at all last week before he missed this past Sunday's contest at Arizona. Coach Dan Quinn told John Keim of ESPN.com earlier Wednesday that the "arrows are pointing up" for Ekeler, and his return to practice, even in a capped fashion, has set him on a path to suiting up again. In the end, though, Ekeler must gain clearance from an independent neurologist in order to be able to play Sunday against the Browns.

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tracking towards playing Ekeler (concussion) expects to be back on the field in Week 5 versus the Browns, Grant Paulsen of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ekeler was unavailable for the team's Week 4 win over the Commanders due to a concussion and the running back is still working his way through league protocols. Ekeler said Tuesday that he is "feeling more like himself" and his status on the team's injury report throughout the week will be worth monitoring.

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Commanders Must Adjust with Austin Ekeler Out vs. Cardinals The Washington Commanders are set to play the Arizona Cardinals in Week 4, but they know that they won't have running back Austin Ekeler thi...

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • SI.COM

Commanders' Austin Ekeler Update: Status vs. Cardinals? Washington Commanders provide an update on running back Austin Ekeler, who is officially out for the Week 4 game against the Arizona Cardina...

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Commanders RB Austin Ekeler (concussion) out for Week 4 Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler has been ruled out for this week’s game with a concussion.Ekeler exited Monday night’s win...

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • THESTATE.COM

Commanders Rule Out Austin Ekeler for Week 4 With Concussion Commanders Rule Out Austin Ekeler for Week 4 With Concussion.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Out Week 4 with concussion Coach Dan Quinn said Wednesday that Ekeler (concussion) won't be available for Sunday's game at Arizona, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.

Impact Ekeler was removed from Monday's win at Cincinnati due to a concussion, and Quinn revealed Tuesday that the running back also was dealing with a laceration to his ear, per Zach Selby of the Commanders' official site. With his lack of availability already confirmed for Week 4, Ekeler's next chance to suit up is Sunday, Oct. 6 against the Browns. In Ekeler's absence, Brian Robinson likely stands to handle a greater share of Washington's backfield, while Jeremy McNichols and practice-squad members Chris Rodriguez and Michael Wiley will be candidates ti fill in behind Robinson.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with concussion, cut on ear Head coach Dan Quinn said that Ekeler sustained a concussion as well as a laceration to his ear during Monday's 38-33 win over the Bengals, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official s...

Impact The team had already confirmed that Ekeler entered the NFL's concussion protocol after hitting his head during the third quarter Monday, resulting in his early exit from the contest. The ear laceration hadn't been reported, but clearing the five-step protocol will likely be Ekeler's chief concern as he aims to be available for the Commanders' Week 4 game Sunday in Arizona. If Ekeler is ruled out for Week 4, the Commanders could lean more heavily on lead back Brian Robinson in the passing game, while No. 3 back Jeremy McNichols could also carve out a more substantial change-of-pace role.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

'Nice college offense' is working out for Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders

Part of the lead-up to Washington's game at Cincinnati was Bengals cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt calling the Commanders' system around rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels simple and a...

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • Associated Press

Out with concussion Ekeler will not return to Monday's matchup with the Bengals after sustaining a concussion, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

Impact Ekeler took a handoff in the red zone during the third quarter of Monday's contest and subsequently exited the game. He had tallied 57 total yards and one touchdown prior to sustaining the injury. He will need to clear the league's concussion protocol at some point during the week in order to avoid a Week 4 absence in Arizona.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Austin Ekeler injury update: Commanders RB evaluated for concussion in 'Monday Night Football' game vs. Bengals | Sporting News Canada Commanders running back Austin Ekeler left Monday's game against the Bengals to be evaluated for a concussion.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

2024 Monday Night Football predictions, best bets: Back Jaguars to start fast

Geoff Schwartz delivers two picks for the first Monday night doubleheader of the season. Check out who he's backing, as Week 3 comes to a cl...

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

2024 Monday Night Football predictions, best bets: Back Jaguars to start fast

Happy to be part of a tandem, Austin Ekeler is bouncing back in Washington In Austin Ekeler and fellow running back Brian Robinson Jr., the Commanders have a versatility duo that has so far powered their offense.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Giants kicker Graham Gano out a couple of weeks with a hamstring injury

New York Giants kicker Graham Gano is going to be sidelined a couple of weeks with a hamstring injury

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • Associated Press

Commanders improve to 1-1 despite their offense getting off to a bit of a false start

The Washington Commanders improved to 1-1 this season despite not scoring a touchdown and going 0 for 6 in the red zone

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • Associated Press

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