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Racks up yards in Sunday's win Ekeler carried the ball eight times for 38 yards and caught all three of his targets for 47 yards in Sunday's 21-18 win over the Giants.

Impact The former Charger had more receiving yards than rushing yards for the second straight game, as he continues to form as effective complement to early-down back Brian Robinson -- who pounded out 133 rushing yards on 17 carries Sunday -- in the Washington backfield. Ekeler will look to get into the end zone for the first time with his new team in a Week 3 tile against the Bengals.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Racks up yards in Sunday's win Ekeler carried the ball eight times for 38 yards and caught all three of his targets for 47 yards in Sunday's 21-18 win over the Giants.

Impact The former Charger had more receiving yards than rushing yards for the second straight game, as he continues to be an effective complement to early down back Brian Robinson -- who pounded out 133 rushing yards on 17 carries Sunday -- in the Washington backfield. Ekeler will look to get into the end zone for the first time with his new team in a Week 3 tilt against the Bengals.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Losing kicker Graham Gano to injury hamstrings the Giants in their loss at Washington

The New York Giants losing kicker Graham Gano to an injury on the opening kickoff turned out to be a big difference-maker in their loss at the Washington Commanders

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • Associated Press

Gets six touches to Robinson's 15 Ekeler rushed twice for 10 yards and caught all four of his targets for 52 yards in Sunday's 37-20 loss to the Buccaneers.

Impact Ekeler got just two rushing attempts compared to 12 for fellow running back Brian Robinson and 16 for quarterback Jayden Daniels, but the versatile veteran made up for the lack of volume on the ground by leading the team in receiving yards. Daniels failed to push the ball down the field effectively, checking down to Ekeler, Robinson (48 receiving yards) and tight end Zach Ertz (28 yards) for the majority of his 184 passing yards. Ekeler's floor is low heading into Week 2 against the Giants with Robinson getting the majority of rushing opportunities in Washington's backfield, but Ekeler's explosiveness could allow him to make the most of his limited touches.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets six touches to Robinson's 15 Ekeler rushed twice for 10 yards and caught all four of his targets for 52 yards in Sunday's 37-20 loss to the Buccaneers.

Impact Ekeler got just two rushing attempts compared to 12 for fellow running back Brian Robinson and 16 for quarterback Jayden Daniels, but the versatile veteran made up for the lack of volume on the ground by leading the team in receiving yards. Daniels failed to push the ball down the field effectively, checking down to Ekeler, Robinson (48 receiving yards) and tight end Zach Ertz (28 yards) for the majority of his 184 passing yards. Ekeler's floor is low heading into Week 2 against the Giants with Robinson getting the majority of rushing opportunities in Washington's backfield, but Ekeler's explosiveness could allow him to make the most of his limited touches.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Commanders' Scouting Report On Austin Ekeler - 'Savvy Vet!' Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler has been making all the right moves this offseason, and Jayden Daniels can’t wait to begin...

AUGUST 30, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Commanders' Scouting Report On Austin Ekeler - 'Savvy Vet!' Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler has been making all the right moves this offseason, and Jayden Daniels can’t wait to begin...

AUGUST 30, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Kadarius Toney, James Bradberry, Bailey Zappe headline list of players on the roster bubble

The final preseason game is an opportunity for players on the bubble to impress coaches and earn a roster spot before Tuesday’s deadline for cuts

AUGUST 21, 2024 • Associated Press

Limited to receiving work Saturday Ekeler brought in his only target for four yards in the Commanders' 13-6 preseason loss to the Dolphins on Saturday night.

Impact The fact Ekeler didn't see a rush attempt was somewhat surprising, but he didn't appear to remain in the game past the second possession. The veteran back is set to work in a complementary role alongside Brian Robinson this coming season, and his preseason usage profile through two games appears to corroborate that standing.

AUGUST 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes Washington debut Saturday Ekeler rushed twice for seven yards and didn't catch his only target in Saturday's 20-17 preseason loss to the Jets.

Impact Ekeler and Brian Robinson got two carries apiece inside the Jets' 10-yard line on the opening drive, but it was quarterback Jayden Daniels who ultimately capped that possession with a three-yard rushing touchdown. Ekeler scored 30 rushing touchdowns over the last three regular seasons as the Chargers' unquestioned top rushing option by the goal line, but he'll have to compete for those valuable looks against Robinson and Daniels in Washington. Both Ekeler and Robinson should continue to mix in with the first-team offense in next Saturday's preseason matchup with the Dolphins.

AUGUST 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jayden Daniels impressive in his only drive in Commanders' 20-17 preseason-opening loss to Jets

Jayden Daniels ran for a touchdown after throwing a perfectly placed deep pass for his first NFL completion in the Washington Commanders’ 20-17 preseason-opening loss to the New Yo...

AUGUST 10, 2024 • Associated Press

Listed as co-starters Ekeler and Brian Robinson both are listed as starters on Washington's initial preseason depth chart.

Impact The Commanders list 12 starters on offense, with three WRs, two RBs and a TE (but no FLEX). Offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury suggested Tuesday that Ekeler and Robinson both will have significant roles, referring to the duo as a "1-2 punch" and noting that he doesn't think Ekeler's down year in 2023 was due to physical decline. "I'm not sure what it was last year," Kingsbury said. "But [Ekeler] hasn't lost a step. He's as quick, and as fast and as strong as I've seen him."

AUGUST 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Saquon Barkley, Derrick Henry among 12 key RBs set to make impact on new teams

Nearly half of all NFL teams are set to have a new starting RB in 2024. We rate 12 key newcomers on the impact they're likely to have.

JULY 31, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Saquon Barkley, Derrick Henry among 12 key RBs set to make impact on new teams

Washington Commanders camp opens with plenty of new faces on and off the field

Washington Commanders camp opens with a new regime in charge and a whole lot of new players on the field

JULY 23, 2024 • Associated Press

Commanders' offseason grade: A big upgrade at QB filled with smaller moves

The Commanders completely 'recalibrated' their franchise, but they did it without going on an unhinged spending spree.

JULY 8, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Commanders' offseason grade: A big upgrade at QB filled with smaller moves

Commanders RB Austin Ekeler joins 'The Insiders' for exclusive interview on June 26 Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler joins 'The Insiders' for an exclusive interview on June 26.

JUNE 27, 2024 • NFL.COM

NFL running backs in new places could struggle to match the production they had with original teams

Saquon Barkley was one of several notable running backs to switch teams for the first time during the offseason when the former New York Giant signed with the Philadelphia Eagles

JUNE 18, 2024 • Associated Press

Austin Ekeler has high praise for Commanders rookie Jayden Daniels | All Facts No Brakes

Austin Ekeler has high praise for Commanders rookie Jayden Daniels | All Facts No Brakes

JUNE 14, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Austin Ekeler breaks down NFL's value on RBs | All Facts No Brakes

Austin Ekeler breaks down NFL's value on RBs | All Facts No Brakes

JUNE 14, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Austin Ekeler shares inspiring underdog story: Western Colorado to NFL | All Facts No Brakes

Austin Ekeler shares inspiring underdog story: Western Colorado to NFL | All Facts No Brakes

JUNE 10, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

The moment Austin Ekeler knew he arrived in NFL: “it was surreal!” | All Facts No Brakes

The moment Austin Ekeler knew he arrived in NFL: “it was surreal!” | All Facts No Brakes

JUNE 10, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Austin Ekeler discusses RB market, QB Jayden Daniels, 2024 Commanders

Austin Ekeler discussed his 2024 focus with the Commanders, new QB Jayden Daniels and the state of the running back market.

JUNE 7, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Austin Ekeler discusses RB market, QB Jayden Daniels, 2024 Commanders

McCaffrey, Barkley & Chubb attend Zoom call with top RBs in NFL discussing position | NFL | SPEAK

McCaffrey, Barkley & Chubb attend Zoom call with top RBs in NFL discussing position | NFL | SPEAK

MARCH 20, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Austin Ekeler says Justin Herbert has a 'ton of pressure' on him after new extension | NFL | SPEAK

Austin Ekeler says Justin Herbert has a 'ton of pressure' on him after new extension | NFL | SPEAK

MARCH 20, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Commanders sign cornerback Michael Davis, who joins Chargers teammate Austin Ekeler in Washington

The Washington Commanders have signed cornerback Michael Davis to a one-year contract

MARCH 18, 2024 • Associated Press