Austin Ekeler is the Washington Commanders running back and finished the 2026 regular season as a low-end fantasy option at his position. He averaged 9.0 fantasy points per game across 14 appearances, though he currently sits outside our ranked 2026 draft board at running back. That per-game number is the starting point for every start or sit decision you make with him in 2026.
Austin Ekeler finished 2026 with 425 rushing yards and 3 ground scores. He is a true three-down back, catching 45 balls for 360 receiving yards, which is the reason his PPR floor holds up in negative game script.
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