Austin Ekeler

Washington Commanders
Running Back #30

Personal

Age	30
Birthdate	May 17, 1995
Height	5'9"
Weight	200 lb

Draft

College	Western State (CO)
Year	2017
Pick	UDFA
Team	LAC

Fantasy Value

Player News

Austin Ekeler: How Much is Left in the Tank for Austin Ekeler?

Pending free agent running back Austin Ekeler signed a two-year deal with the Washington Commanders before the 2024 season, but has struggled with injuries since. The 30-year-old back managed fewer than 70 offensive snaps in 2025 before a devastating Achilles injury ended his season in Week 2. While his touchdown numbers have dropped precipitously from his fantasy glory days with the Chargers, he continued to prove himself a valuable part of the Commanders' passing game. With almost a full year of recovery before the start of the 2026 season and a work ethic second to none, it should come as no surprise if he signs a minimal short-term deal when free agency opens in March, potentially carving out a dedicated third-down role. While his RB1 days are clearly behind him, he could represent a next-to-nothing dynasty buy with the occasional spike week still in his future.

Feb. 10, 2026 9:31 AM EST

Player Stats

YEAR	TM	GM	Rushing					Receiving
YEAR	TM	GM	ATT	YDS	YPC	TD	FUM	REC	TGT	%	YDS	TD	YPC
2017	LAC	16	47	260	5.5	2	2	27	35	77.1	279	3	10.3
2018	LAC	16	106	554	5.2	3	1	39	53	73.6	404	3	10.4
2019	LAC	16	132	557	4.2	3	2	92	108	85.2	993	8	10.8
2020	LAC	10	116	530	4.6	1	0	54	65	83.1	403	2	7.5
2021	LAC	16	190	847	4.5	11	3	65	82	79.3	612	7	9.4
2022	LAC	16	193	881	4.6	13	2	103	123	83.7	686	5	6.7
2023	LAC	16	169	617	3.7	5	4	44	66	66.7	398	1	9.0
2024	WAS	12	74	355	4.8	4	0	33	39	84.6	346	0	10.5
2025	WAS	2	14	43	3.1	0	0	5	7	71.4	38	0	7.6