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Austin Ekeler Out for Season With Torn Achilles, MRI Confirms

Washington now turns to rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt following the preseason trade of Brian Robinson Jr.

Apart from Austin Ekeler, rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt played the game as a running back on Thursday.
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LANDOVER, MARYLAND - AUGUST 18: Deatrich Wise Jr. #91 of the Washington Commanders watches the game against the Cincinnati Bengals during the NFL Preseason 2025 game at Northwest Stadium on August 18, 2025 in Landover, Maryland.
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Overview

  • Imaging on Saturday confirmed the Washington running back suffered a torn right Achilles, ending his 2025 campaign.
  • Ekeler collapsed on a non-contact cut late in the fourth quarter at Lambeau Field, was carted to the locker room, and was quickly ruled out.
  • Rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt is expected to take on a lead role, with Jeremy McNichols and Chris Rodriguez Jr. in line for expanded snaps.
  • The loss strips quarterback Jayden Daniels of a primary third-down and pass-catching option out of the backfield.
  • Achilles tear recoveries typically span about 9–12 months, and Ekeler posted a thank-you message to fans on Instagram after the diagnosis.