"With the game out of sight in the fourth quarter, running back Austin Ekeler went down with a non-contact injury. He immediately felt his Achilles tendon, and there was significant concern among his teammates before he was helped off the field. Obviously, there will be further developments upcoming. But if Ekeler has blown his Achilles, that would rule him out for the entire season, if not longer."
"Ekeler has suffered some troubling health issues in recent years. He was once considered among the league's most dynamic dual-threats, but the punishment of being an every-down workhorse with the Los Angeles Chargers has taken its toll. Concussion issues blighted his first season in Washington. Now, it's another critical setback that could potentially spell the end of his glittering playing career."
Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler suffered a non-contact Achilles injury late in the game and felt his Achilles immediately, requiring assistance off the field. If the Achilles is ruptured, he would likely miss the entire season or longer. Ekeler has endured prior health issues, including concussion problems in his first Washington season, and wear from heavy usage as a Charger. The injury forces Washington to adjust after trading Brian Robinson Jr., though backup Chris Rodriguez Jr. showed preseason promise despite being inactive early. Ekeler is out of contract next spring and faces decisions about prolonging his career versus long-term health.
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