The Washington Commanders have stood pat at the running back position this offseason. One analyst believes that could change at some stage during the 2025 NFL Draft.
Brian Robinson Jr. and Austin Ekeler formed a productive backfield partnership with the Washington Commanders in 2024. Their recent appearances before the Super Bowl highlighted the strong bond developed over a relatively short timeframe.
The Washington Commanders were hoping to get a boost in the backfield this season from veteran Austin Ekeler, and that's exactly what happened. Ekeler carried the ball 77 times for 367 yards and four touchdowns for the Commanders while also catching 35 passes for 366 yards.
How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in six minutes?
The Los Angeles Chargers let Austin Ekeler walk in free agency last year, but they could get him back in 2025. The veteran signed a two-year deal with the Washington Commanders and played well during his first season with the club.
With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.
There were several former Los Angeles Chargers players in the running for a spot in the Super Bowl during Sunday’s conference title games. By far the most
Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler lost a fumble during his team’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, but the turnover probably won’t sting as much as what Tom Brady said about him on national television.
The Washington Commanders' poor showing against the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Championship Game can ultimately be summed up by a few plays that helped turn the tide.
The Philadelphia Eagles used turnovers and an unstoppable run game to take care of the Washington Commanders, 55-23, and reach their second Super Bowl in three seasons.
How many of the running backs in the NFL's Super Bowl era (since 1966) with at least 4,000 career receiving yards can you name in five minutes?
Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler has had an up-and-down season as a result of injuries and adjusting to a new environment. Bleacher Report writer Alex Ballentine believes Ekeler could be a cap casualty for the Commanders this offseason if he doesn't play well to finish out Washington's season.
The Washington Commanders haven't benefitted from Austin Ekeler's presence in the lineup since the running back suffered a serious concussion against the Dallas Cowboys.
The Commanders nearly have their full offensive battery back on the field.
The Washington Commanders activated running back Austin Ekeler off injured reserve Saturday, one day before the regular-season finale against the Dallas Cowboys.
Tom Pelissero reports that the Commanders are activating RB Austin Ekeler from injured reserve following a concussion. Ekeler is expected to play in the final game of the season in Week 18.
The Washington Commanders have won four straight since their loss to the Dallas Cowboys in Week 12, and they've done it without running back Austin Ekeler.
Austin Ekeler's presence has been sorely missed since the Washington Commanders placed the running back on injured reserve. A positive recent development represents a huge post-playoff boost for the franchise.
Austin Ekeler was recently mentioned as a candidate to return to action before the end of the season. The veteran running back will indeed have the chance to suit up in Week 18.
Commanders running back Austin Ekeler has been on injured reserve since the end of November, but he has a chance to play again before the end of the season.
The Washington Commanders secured a victory this past weekend, defeating the Tennessee Titans handily in a 42-19 win. They did so without running back Austin Ekeler, though, as he's out with a concussion.
The challenges of playing running back extend well beyond the financial quibbling, as the position continues to be among the most physically demanding in the relentless game we call football.
The Washington Commanders received some unfortunate injury news in regards to veteran running back Austin Ekeler. Ekeler, 29, was placed on injured reserve by the team after suffering his second concussion of the season during the team's Week 12 loss against the Dallas Cowboys.
It is not a particularly good week to be an NFL running back.
The Dallas Cowboys-Washington Commanders matchup on Sunday went from being a snooze fest to one of the most chaotic games of the Week 12 slate. Unfortunately, in this chaos, former LA Chargers running back Austin Ekeler suffered a scary injury that resulted in him leaving the game.
The Cowboys’ Jalen Tolbert and the Giants’ Tyrone Tracy Jr. delivered for the NFC East in Week 5, but which divisional players will be X-factors in Week 6? Here’s our prediction for all four teams.
With injuries affecting NFC East teams at key positions, these backups could prove to be the key to victory for their respective clubs.
Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler has been ruled out for this week's game with a concussion. Ekeler exited Monday night's win at Cincinnati in the second half with the injury and also a lacerated ear, Commanders coach Dan Quinn told reporters.
Veteran running back Austin Ekeler has absolutely been a star in the NFL.
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