Austin Ekeler expected to return to NFL with Commanders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 7:47 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
Austin Ekeler, former running back for the Chargers, is anticipated to sign with the Commanders pending a physical. The 31-year-old suffered a torn Achilles in Week 2 of the 2025 season while playing for Washington. Ekeler, who previously achieved notable success with the Chargers, including leading the NFL in scrimmage touchdowns in 2021 and 2022, worked out with the Panthers last week. His return is part of a continued career that began as an undrafted free agent in 2017.
- •Ekeler expected to sign with the Commanders after a physical.
- •He tore his Achilles in Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season.
- •Previously led the NFL in scrimmage touchdowns in 2021 and 2022.
- •Worked out with the Panthers last week before signing.
- •Started career in 2017 as an undrafted free agent.
- 7:47 PMYahoo Sports — Former Chargers RB Austin Ekeler making NFL return
"Former Chargers running back Austin Ekeler signed a deal with this NFC squad.
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