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Ekeler recorded no carries and hauled in three of five targets for 19 yards Sunday in the Chargers' 41-28 divisional-round loss to the Patriots.
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Att 106 |
Yds 554 |
Y/Ru 5.2 |
TD 3 |
Bye Week 12
- Position Depth: 2nd RB1, 2nd PR
- Birthplace: N/A
- Birthdate: May 17, 1995
- Age: 24
- Height: 5'10" Weight: 200 lbs
- NFL Seasons: 3
- Drafted: Undrafted
- College: Western State
All Fantrax Leagues (2019)
| % Drafted: | 100 | |
| ADP / ADP (PPR): | 114.1 / 111.23 | |
| % Owned | (Next Week): | 98 |
| (This Week): | 0 | |
| (Last Week): | - | |
| % Active | (Next Week): | 30 |
| (This Week): | 0 | |
| (Last Week): | - | |
Latest News (Jan 14, 2019)
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Ekeler recorded no carries and hauled in three of five targets for 19 yards Sunday in the Chargers' 41-28 divisional-round loss to the Patriots.
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Statistics Summary
| GP | Att | Yds | Y/Ru | LgRu | TD | Rec | Yds | Y/Rc | LgRc | TD | F | FL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 |
14 | 106 | 554 | 5.2 | 41 | 3 | 39 | 404 | 10.4 | 44 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Upcoming Games
| Week | Date | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sun Sep 8, 4:05PM EDT | Indianapolis Colts |
| 2 | Sun Sep 15, 1:00PM EDT | at Detroit Lions |
| 3 | Sun Sep 22, 4:25PM EDT | Houston Texans |
| 4 | Sun Sep 29, 1:00PM EDT | at Miami Dolphins |
| 5 | Sun Oct 6, 4:05PM EDT | Denver Broncos |
| 6 | Sun Oct 13, 8:20PM EDT | Pittsburgh Steelers |
| 7 | Sun Oct 20, 4:05PM EDT | at Tennessee Titans |
| 8 | Sun Oct 27, 1:00PM EDT | at Chicago Bears |
| 9 | Sun Nov 3, 4:25PM EST | Green Bay Packers |
| 10 | Thu Nov 7, 8:20PM EST | at Oakland Raiders |
| 11 | Mon Nov 18, 8:15PM EST | Kansas City Chiefs |
| 13 | Sun Dec 1, 4:25PM EST | at Denver Broncos |
| 14 | Sun Dec 8, 4:05PM EST | at Jacksonville Jaguars |
| 15 | Sun Dec 15, 8:20PM EST | Minnesota Vikings |
| 16 | Sun Dec 22, 1:00AM EST | Oakland Raiders |
| 17 | Sun Dec 29, 1:00PM EST | at Kansas City Chiefs |
Games per Position
| Year | Positions |
|---|---|
| 2019 | |
| 2018 | |
| 2017 |
Career Statistics
| Rushing | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | GP |
Att |
Yds |
Y/Ru |
RuY/G |
LgRu |
TD |
F |
FL |
2017 |
LAC |
16 |
47 |
260 |
5.5 |
16.3 |
35 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2018 |
LAC |
14 |
106 |
554 |
5.2 |
39.6 |
41 |
3 |
1 |
1 |
| Career Total | 30 |
153 |
814 |
5.3 |
27.1 |
41 |
5 |
3 |
3 |
|
| Receiving | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | GP |
Rec |
Yds |
Y/Rc |
Yds/G |
LgRc |
TD |
F |
FL |
2017 |
LAC |
16 |
27 |
279 |
10.3 |
17.4 |
38 |
3 |
2 |
2 |
2018 |
LAC |
14 |
39 |
404 |
10.4 |
28.9 |
44 |
3 |
1 |
1 |
| Career Total | 30 |
66 |
683 |
10.3 |
22.8 |
44 |
6 |
3 |
3 |
|
| Passing | ||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | GP |
Att |
Cmp |
Cmp% |
TD |
Int |
Yds |
Yds/A |
Yds/G |
LgPa |
Rat |
F |
FL |
Sk |
SkY |
2017 |
LAC |
16 |
0 |
0 |
- |
0 |
0 |
0 |
- |
0.0 |
0 |
- |
2 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
2018 |
LAC |
14 |
0 |
0 |
- |
0 |
0 |
0 |
- |
0.0 |
0 |
- |
1 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
| Career Total | 30 |
0 |
0 |
- |
0 |
0 |
0 |
- |
0.0 |
0 |
- |
3 |
3 |
0 |
0 |
|
| Returning | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | GP |
KR |
KRY |
KRA |
KRT |
LgKR |
PR |
PRY |
PRAv |
PRT |
LgPR |
FC |
2017 |
LAC |
16 |
5 |
85 |
17.0 |
0 |
22 |
0 |
0 |
- |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2018 |
LAC |
14 |
1 |
0 |
0.0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
- |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Career Total | 30 |
6 |
85 |
14.2 |
0 |
22 |
0 |
0 |
- |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
| Defense | ||||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | GP |
TkA |
TkS |
Tk |
Sk |
SkY |
FF |
FR |
FRYd |
FRTD |
Int |
IntYd |
InTD |
LgInt |
PD |
Hur |
Stf |
2017 |
LAC |
16 |
4 |
15 |
19 |
0.0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2018 |
LAC |
14 |
0 |
9 |
9 |
0.0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Career Total | 30 |
4 |
24 |
28 |
0.0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
Postseason Statistics
| Rushing | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | GP |
Att |
Yds-Ru |
Avg |
YPG |
LgRu |
TD-Ru |
F |
FL |
2018 |
LAC |
2 |
11 |
29 |
2.6 |
14.5 |
7 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Career TOTAL | 2 |
11 |
29 |
2.6 |
14.5 |
7 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
| Receiving | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | GP |
Rec |
Yds-Rc |
Avg |
Yd/G |
LgRc |
TD-Rc |
F |
FL |
2018 |
LAC |
2 |
7 |
33 |
4.7 |
16.5 |
9 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Career TOTAL | 2 |
7 |
33 |
4.7 |
16.5 |
9 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
| Passing | ||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | GP |
Att |
Cmp |
% |
TD-Pa |
Int |
Yds-Pa |
Yd/A |
Yd/G |
LgPa |
Rat |
F |
FL |
Sk |
SkYd |
2018 |
LAC |
2 |
0 |
0 |
- |
0 |
0 |
0 |
- |
0.0 |
0 |
- |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Career TOTAL | 2 |
0 |
0 |
- |
0 |
0 |
0 |
- |
0.0 |
0 |
- |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
| Returning | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | GP |
KR |
Yds |
Avg |
KRTD |
LgKR |
PR |
Yds |
Avg |
TD |
LgPR |
FC |
2018 |
LAC |
2 |
0 |
0 |
- |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
- |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Career TOTAL | 2 |
0 |
0 |
- |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
- |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
| Defense | ||||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | GP |
Ast |
Solo |
Tk |
Sk |
SkYd |
FF |
FR |
FRY |
FRTD |
Int |
Yds |
InTD |
LgInt |
PD |
Hur |
Stf |
2018 |
LAC |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0.0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Career TOTAL | 2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0.0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
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Situational Statistics
| Situation | GP | Att | Yds | Y/Ru | LgRu | TD | Rec | Yds | Y/Rc | LgRc | TD | F | FL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | 7 | 57 | 251 | 4.4 | 18 | 2 | 27 | 324 | 12.0 | 44 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Away | 7 | 49 | 303 | 6.2 | 41 | 1 | 12 | 80 | 6.7 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Day | 13 | 93 | 533 | 5.7 | 41 | 3 | 34 | 382 | 11.2 | 44 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Night | 1 | 13 | 21 | 1.6 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 22 | 4.4 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wins | 11 | 91 | 439 | 4.8 | 41 | 3 | 29 | 253 | 8.7 | 44 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Losses | 3 | 15 | 115 | 7.7 | 32 | 0 | 10 | 151 | 15.1 | 30 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| vs. own division | 5 | 28 | 160 | 5.7 | 41 | 1 | 8 | 171 | 21.4 | 44 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| vs. American Football Conference | 10 | 86 | 426 | 5.0 | 41 | 2 | 23 | 268 | 11.7 | 44 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| vs. National Football Conference | 4 | 20 | 128 | 6.4 | 32 | 1 | 16 | 136 | 8.5 | 22 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| vs. ARI | 1 | 5 | 35 | 7.0 | 13 | 1 | 10 | 68 | 6.8 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| vs. BUF | 1 | 11 | 77 | 7.0 | 22 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 7.0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| vs. CIN | 1 | 15 | 66 | 4.4 | 18 | 1 | 2 | 28 | 14.0 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| vs. CLE | 1 | 7 | 60 | 8.6 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| vs. DEN | 2 | 14 | 87 | 6.2 | 41 | 1 | 2 | 40 | 20.0 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| vs. KC | 1 | 5 | 39 | 7.8 | 10 | 0 | 5 | 87 | 17.4 | 30 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| vs. LAR | 1 | 4 | 47 | 11.8 | 32 | 0 | 3 | 24 | 8.0 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| vs. OAK | 2 | 9 | 34 | 3.8 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 44 | 44.0 | 44 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| vs. PIT | 1 | 13 | 21 | 1.6 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 22 | 4.4 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| vs. SF | 1 | 8 | 25 | 3.1 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 31 | 15.5 | 22 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| vs. SEA | 1 | 3 | 21 | 7.0 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 13.0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| vs. TEN | 1 | 12 | 42 | 3.5 | 11 | 0 | 5 | 26 | 5.2 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| September | 4 | 28 | 188 | 6.7 | 32 | 0 | 13 | 163 | 12.5 | 30 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| October | 3 | 25 | 117 | 4.7 | 20 | 0 | 6 | 70 | 11.7 | 44 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| November | 4 | 17 | 104 | 6.1 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 121 | 9.3 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| December | 3 | 36 | 145 | 4.0 | 41 | 2 | 7 | 50 | 7.1 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Game Log
| Date | Team | vs. | Result | Att | Yds | Y/Ru | LgRu | TD | Rec | Yds | Y/Rc | LgRc | TD | F | FL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9 | LAC | KC | L 38-28 | 5 | 39 | 7.8 | 10 | 0 | 5 | 87 | 17.4 | 30 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Sep 16 | LAC | @BUF | W 31-20 | 11 | 77 | 7.0 | 22 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 7.0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Sep 23 | LAC | @LAR | L 35-23 | 4 | 47 | 11.8 | 32 | 0 | 3 | 24 | 8.0 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| Sep 30 | LAC | SF | W 29-27 | 8 | 25 | 3.1 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 31 | 15.5 | 22 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Oct 7 | LAC | OAK | W 26-10 | 6 | 15 | 2.5 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 44 | 44.0 | 44 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Oct 14 | LAC | @CLE | W 38-14 | 7 | 60 | 8.6 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Oct 21 | LAC | TEN | W 20-19 | 12 | 42 | 3.5 | 11 | 0 | 5 | 26 | 5.2 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Nov 4 | LAC | @SEA | W 25-17 | 3 | 21 | 7.0 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 13.0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Nov 11 | LAC | @OAK | W 20-6 | 3 | 19 | 6.3 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Nov 18 | LAC | DEN | L 23-22 | 6 | 29 | 4.8 | 17 | 0 | 2 | 40 | 20.0 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Nov 25 | LAC | ARI | W 45-10 | 5 | 35 | 7.0 | 13 | 1 | 10 | 68 | 6.8 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Dec 2 | LAC | @PIT | W 33-30 | 13 | 21 | 1.6 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 22 | 4.4 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Dec 9 | LAC | CIN | W 26-21 | 15 | 66 | 4.4 | 18 | 1 | 2 | 28 | 14.0 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Dec 13 | LAC | @KC | W 29-28 | Did Not Play | ||||||||||||
| Dec 22 | LAC | BAL | L 22-10 | Did Not Play | ||||||||||||
| Dec 30 | LAC | @DEN | W 23-9 | 8 | 58 | 7.3 | 41 | 1 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
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Transactions
| Date | Transaction |
|---|---|
| May 01, 2017 | signed |
Ekeler recorded no carries and hauled in three of five targets for 19 yards Sunday in the Chargers'...
Jan. 14, 2019
Ekeler (groin) rushed 11 times for 29 yards and brought in all four of his targets for 14 yards in...
Jan. 6, 2019
Ekeler (groin) rushed 11 times for 29 yards and brought in all four of his targets for 14 yards in the Chargers' 23-17 wild-card win over the Ravens on Sunday.
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Ekeler (groin) is officially active for Sunday's playoff game against the Ravens.
Jan. 6, 2019
Ekeler (groin) is officially active for Sunday's playoff game against the Ravens.
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Ekeler (groin) is slated to be active for Sunday's game against the Ravens, Adam Schefter of ESPN...
Jan. 6, 2019
Ekeler (groin) is slated to be active for Sunday's game against the Ravens, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
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Ekeler (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's wild-card game at Baltimore.
Jan. 4, 2019
Ekeler (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's wild-card game at Baltimore.
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Ekeler (groin) logged a limited practice again Thursday.
Jan. 3, 2019
Ekeler (groin) logged a limited practice again Thursday.
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Ekeler was limited at Wednesday's practice by a groin injury.
Jan. 2, 2019
Ekeler was limited at Wednesday's practice by a groin injury.
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Ekeler posted eight rushes for 58 yards and one touchdown but didn't haul in his only target during...
Dec. 30, 2018
Ekeler posted eight rushes for 58 yards and one touchdown but didn't haul in his only target during Sunday's 23-9 victory in Denver.
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Ekeler (concussion/neck) was a full participant in practice Wednesday.
Dec. 26, 2018
Ekeler (concussion/neck) was a full participant in practice Wednesday.
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Ekeler (neck/concussion) practiced Wednesday, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports.
Dec. 26, 2018
Ekeler (neck/concussion) practiced Wednesday, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports.
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Coach Anthony Lynn expects Ekeler (neck/concussion) to return Sunday at Denver, Jeff Miller of the...
Dec. 24, 2018
Coach Anthony Lynn expects Ekeler (neck/concussion) to return Sunday at Denver, Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times reports.
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The Chargers downgraded Ekeler from doubtful to out ahead of Saturday's matchup with the Ravens.
Dec. 21, 2018
The Chargers downgraded Ekeler from doubtful to out ahead of Saturday's matchup with the Ravens.
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The Chargers list Ekeler (neck/concussion) as doubtful for Saturday's game against the Ravens.
Dec. 20, 2018
The Chargers list Ekeler (neck/concussion) as doubtful for Saturday's game against the Ravens.
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Ekeler (neck) did not practice Wednesday, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports.
Dec. 19, 2018
Ekeler (neck) did not practice Wednesday, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports.
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Ekeler (neck) did not take part in practice Tuesday, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports.
Dec. 18, 2018
Ekeler (neck) did not take part in practice Tuesday, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports.
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Coach Anthony Lynn said Monday that Ekeler (head/neck) is still in the concussion protocol, Eric D....
Dec. 17, 2018
Coach Anthony Lynn said Monday that Ekeler (head/neck) is still in the concussion protocol, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports.
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Ekeler (neck/concussion) has a chance to return for Saturday's game against the Ravens, Adam...
Dec. 17, 2018
Ekeler (neck/concussion) has a chance to return for Saturday's game against the Ravens, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
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Ekeler (neck/concussion) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Chiefs.
Dec. 12, 2018
Ekeler (neck/concussion) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Chiefs.
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Ekeler (neck/concussion) didn't participate in Tuesday's practice.
Dec. 11, 2018
Ekeler (neck/concussion) didn't participate in Tuesday's practice.
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Austin Ekeler Still Sidelined At Practice
Dec. 11, 2018
.Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (concussion, neck) remained sidelined at practice for the second straight day Tuesday. Ekeler is unlikely to be cleared from the concussion protocol in time to play on Thursday against the Chiefs. With Melvin Gordon (knee) also highly questionable, the Bolts backfield is hurting in advance of their biggest game of the year. Gordon has a shot to play, but rookie Justin Jackson could be in line for a big workload either way.
Coach Anthony Lynn said he's "not optimistic" that Ekeler (neck/concussion) will be available for...
Dec. 11, 2018
Coach Anthony Lynn said he's "not optimistic" that Ekeler (neck/concussion) will be available for Thursday's game against the Chiefs, Steve Wyche of NFL Network reports.
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Ekeler (neck/concussion) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated injury report.
Dec. 10, 2018
Ekeler (neck/concussion) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated injury report.
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Austin Ekeler Unlikely To Play Thursday
Dec. 10, 2018
.Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (neck) is extremely doubtful to play on Thursday against the Chiefs after suffering another stinger on an onside kick by the Bengals at the end of the Week 14 game. Ekeler is dealing with a bruised nerve in his neck. It sounds like it's painful, and on a short week it's unlikely he'll be ready. The Chargers are hoping that Melvin Gordon (knee) can return after a two-game absence, but if he can't, rookie Justin Jackson would be the workhorse in a great matchup with shootout potential. Don't plan on having Ekeler for the fantasy semifinals.
Ekeler (neck) is considered day to day, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports.
Dec. 10, 2018
Ekeler (neck) is considered day to day, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports.
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Austin Ekeler Suffers Stinger In Week 14
Dec. 9, 2018
.Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler suffered another stinger in the Week 14 win over the Bengals and will require further testing, according to a source. A short week against the Chiefs on Thursday might make it tough for Ekeler to be ready. After disappointing as the lead back in Week 13, Ekeler bounced back with 15 carries for 66 yards and a touchdown on the ground against Cincy. He also added two catches for 28 yards. However, he might be forced to sit this Thursday. Even if he manages to play, his RB2 upside could be hurt if Melvin Gordon (knee) is able to return from his two-game absence. If Ekeler sits, rookie Justin Jackson's fantasy value will be based on whether Gordon returns.
Ekeler has dealt with stingers of late, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN, and will require...
Dec. 9, 2018
Ekeler has dealt with stingers of late, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN, and will require testing after aggravating the injury in Sunday's victory over the Bengals.
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Ekeler totaled 94 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown in Sunday's victory over the Bengals, but he...
Dec. 9, 2018
Ekeler totaled 94 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown in Sunday's victory over the Bengals, but he also suffered an unspecified injury attempting to field an onside kick late in the game, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports.
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Austin Ekeler Expected To Share Carries
Dec. 8, 2018
.Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler will be sharing carries once again on Sunday when the team faces the Bengals. Head coach Anthony Lynn told reporters that Ekeler is getting worn down and is too valuable on special teams to overuse on the offense, so he is expected to share carries with rookie Justin Jackson. Lynn even implied that Jackson may see more carries than Ekeler. Ekeler has been phenomenal as a change-of-pace back, but he has struggled mightily when given the primary role. Even with starter Melvin Gordon remaining sidelined with a knee injury, Ekeler should be viewed as an alternate in the LA backfield instead of the main man.
Ekeler could continue to split backfield work with Justin Jackson during Sunday's game against the...
Dec. 7, 2018
Ekeler could continue to split backfield work with Justin Jackson during Sunday's game against the Bengals, Kyle Posey of USA Today reports. "[Ekeler's] wearing down a little bit. He's a core special teams guy for us and he's played a lot of running back for us," coach Anthony Lynn said. "So he's a little tired. You might see Justin play a little bit more, you might see [Detrez] Newsome play some this week."
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Austin Ekeler Underperforms In Starting Role
Dec. 3, 2018
.Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler got another chance to be the main man on Sunday night against the Steelers, but he was underwhelming as the starter once again. Ekeler has been fantastic as the change-of-pace back when Melvin Gordon is active, but with Gordon sidelined with a knee injury, Ekeler looked terrible in the primary role. Ekeler finished with just 21 yards on 13 carries and 22 yards on five receptions, and he was easily overshadowed by Justin Jackson, a rookie who put up 63 yards and a touchdown on just eight carries. While Gordon will likely be out again next week, it wouldnt be surprising if this performance warrants Jackson getting the starting call instead of Ekeler.
Austin Ekeler Starting Against Steelers
Dec. 1, 2018
.Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler will get his second start of the season this week when he goes against Pittsburgh on Sunday night. Melvin Gordon is sidelined with a knee injury for at least a couple weeks, so Ekeler should get plenty of play in one of the most potent offenses in the league. While Ekeler is a bit small and didn't impress last time he got a start, expect a lot of the offense to run through him and depend on his playmaking ability. Ekeler is always primed for an explosion, and so he should be treated as a candidate for a huge week.
Coach Anthony Lynn believes Ekeler will have no problem holding up as an every-down back, Eric D....
Nov. 28, 2018
Coach Anthony Lynn believes Ekeler will have no problem holding up as an every-down back, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports. "That's why you see him running through tackles," Lynn said. "That's why you see him creating yards after contact. He's not a big back, but he can do those type of things."
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Austin Ekeler Hauls In 10 Passes
Nov. 26, 2018
.Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler was the team's most targeted receiver on Sunday as he brought in 10 passes for 68 yards. Ekeler also toted the ball five times for 35 yards and a touchdown, and he looks to be the new starter as Melvin Gordon is sidelined with an MCL injury. Ekeler will have big shoes to fill, but he displayed his prowess for finding a way to get open and make things happen in space this week. Expect him to continue to be used regularly in the passing game, even if he's on a pitch-count in the backfield.
Ekeler carried the ball five times for 35 yards and scored a touchdown, and also caught 10 of his...
Nov. 25, 2018
Ekeler carried the ball five times for 35 yards and scored a touchdown, and also caught 10 of his 11 targets for 68 yards in the 45-10 win Sunday over the Cardinals.
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Austin Ekeler A Possible Start This Week
Nov. 24, 2018
.Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler may get another shot as the starter this season. Ekeler got the call in Week 7 when starter Melvin Gordon sat out a game due to a balky hamstring, and he's in line to possibly be the starter this week if Gordon can't go due to another nagging bit of soreness in his knee. Facing an Arizona defensive front that has been very generous, Ekeler could be in for a big game even if he's not in the lineup on the first snap. With Gordon hobbled and the playoffs in their sights, LA will likely want to lean on Ekeler no matter what. If the game turns into a blowout, Ekeler could find himself playing the primary role to run out the clock.
Melvin Gordon (hamstring/knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the...
Nov. 23, 2018
Melvin Gordon (hamstring/knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Cardinals, which could set up Ekeler for an increased role.
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Ekeler (neck) returned to a full practice Thursday.
Nov. 22, 2018
Ekeler (neck) returned to a full practice Thursday.
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Ekeler (neck) was limited at practice Wednesday.
Nov. 21, 2018
Ekeler (neck) was limited at practice Wednesday.
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Ekeler carried the ball six times for 29 yards and also caught both of his targets for 40 yards in...
Nov. 19, 2018
Ekeler carried the ball six times for 29 yards and also caught both of his targets for 40 yards in the 23-22 loss to the Broncos on Sunday.
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Austin Ekeler Struggling To Get Touches
Nov. 17, 2018
.Los Angeles Chargers alternative running back Austin Ekeler remains just good enough to be tantalizing, but the lack of usage makes him risky at best in fantasy. The second-year back has seen his usage increase a bit from last season, but LA's monster primary back, Melvin Gordon, is just too good to be supplanted for much. Ekeler's performance has been excellent as he's averaging 5.8 yards per carry and 12.3 yards per catch, but he's unfortunately buried in a system that just has too many other outstanding options. Expect Ekeler to be a long shot performer every week, including this one.
Ekeler carried the ball three times for 19 yards in the 20-6 win over the Raiders on Sunday. He did...
Nov. 12, 2018
Ekeler carried the ball three times for 19 yards in the 20-6 win over the Raiders on Sunday. He did not record a target.
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Austin Ekeler A Non-Factor Versus Raiders
Nov. 11, 2018
.Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler carried the ball three times against the Raiders on Sunday for 19 yards. He saw zero targets in the passing game. Sunday marked Ekeler's lowest level of involvement in the offense all season. With how overwhelmingly effective Melvin Gordon has been in all aspects of the game, it's not surprising to see Ekeler take a considerable back seat to his teammate. Still, his value as a complementary backfield piece takes a real hit when he isn't utilized at all in the passing game. Ekeler will look to bounce back in Week 11 against the Broncos.
Austin Ekeler Has Flex Potential This Week
Nov. 10, 2018
.Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler has flex potential this week. Ekeler will be behind fellow running back Melvin Gordon, but given the struggles, the team has had against running backs, and the impressive nature of the Chargers attack- Ekeler could have flex value if you have a spot you need to fill.
Austin Ekeler Forgotten In Week 9
Nov. 5, 2018
.Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler was prepared to step into the lead role if starter Melvin Gordon was unable to play against Seattle on Sunday, but instead, he ended up being nothing more than a distraction. Gordon played with abandon, and Ekeler only ended up carrying the ball three times and snagging one reception out of the backfield. Expect Ekeler's use to continue to be minimal unless Gordon's balky hamstring acts up again. The coaching staff has made it clear that while Ekeler is a valuable weapon, they're going to ride Gordon to the promised land.
Ekeler carried the ball three times for 21 yards and also caught one of his two targets for 13...
Nov. 4, 2018
Ekeler carried the ball three times for 21 yards and also caught one of his two targets for 13 yards in the 25-17 win over the Seahawks on Sunday.
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Ekeler will likely move into the No. 2 role out of the backfield Sunday against the Seahawks with...
Nov. 4, 2018
Ekeler will likely move into the No. 2 role out of the backfield Sunday against the Seahawks with Melvin Gordon (hamstring) expected to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
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Austin Ekeler's Start Up In The Air
Nov. 2, 2018
.Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler is kind of at the mercy of the injury gods right now, but not due to any ailments of his own. Instead, whether Ekeler starts depends on Melvin Gordon's balky hamstring. Gordon was a full participant in practice on Friday, which hints at him being able to go on Sunday, but he was a late scratch against Tennessee before the bye, so Ekeler could still be a surprise starter come Sunday morning. If Ekeler starts, the bump in usage makes him worthy of a fantasy role. If he doesn't, he's questionable in fantasy due to his limited usage and tough matchup against Seattle. Interested owners should stay tuned to the news on Sunday morning.
Austin Ekeler Struggles In Lead Role
Oct. 22, 2018
.Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler got the nod after normal starter Melvin Gordon couldn't go against the Titans on Sunday, but he wasn't able to get much done. Ekeler carried the ball 12 times for 42 yards and hauled in five passes for 26 yards with no scores. Though he's usually electrifying, Ekeler looked like he was out of his comfort zone working in the lead role, and the team quickly moved on to more passing instead of letting him grind his way to a big play. With the bye coming this week, Gordon is expected back by the team's next game, and that should free Ekeler up to return to the complementary role where he excels.
Ekeler rushed for 42 yards on 12 carries, and hauled in five of seven targets for 26 receiving...
Oct. 21, 2018
Ekeler rushed for 42 yards on 12 carries, and hauled in five of seven targets for 26 receiving yards during Sunday's 20-19 win against Tennessee.
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Ekeler is expected to serve as the Chargers' lead back for Sunday's game against the Titans in...
Oct. 21, 2018
Ekeler is expected to serve as the Chargers' lead back for Sunday's game against the Titans in London with Melvin Gordon (hamstring) inactive for the contest.
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