Commanders' Austin Ekeler Out for Cardinals Game Due to Concussion
Ekeler sustained a concussion in Monday's win over the Bengals and will miss Week 4.
- Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler will not play against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday due to a concussion.
- Ekeler suffered the concussion in the third quarter of Monday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals and did not return.
- Ekeler has been a significant contributor to the Commanders' offense, amassing 204 scrimmage yards and one touchdown in the first three games.
- Brian Robinson Jr. will continue as the primary running back, with Jeremy McNichols stepping in as his backup.
- Ekeler's absence will also impact special teams, where he has averaged 36.3 yards per kickoff return this season.