Faced with reinforcements from their divisional competitor, the Commanders do not want to remain passive. According to NFL media, Austin Ekeler is joining the federal capital for 2 seasons. The contract is worth $11.43 million.
The 28-year-old runner will find his former head coach Anthony Lynn in Washington, now in charge of the running game for the Commanders.
After 7 seasons with the Chargers, it's a new adventure for this former undrafted player. Versatile running back par excellence, Ekeler has been one of the main assets of the Californian attack in recent seasons. Almost as productive in the air as on the ground, it was a weapon that Philip Rivers and then Justin Herbert used with relish.
With 69 touchdowns and more than 8,000 yards, he will bring his experience and multiple skills to the Commanders and their likely future rookie quarterback.
