Austin Ekeler fantasy football start 'em, sit 'em picks for Week 1 (2025). Should you start or sit Austin Ekeler for fantasy football lineups?

BALLER MOVE : Start in 12-team leagues

POSITIONAL VALUE : High-floor RB2 in PPR leagues/flex in standard leagues

ANALYSIS : Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler served as the primary pass-catching back in his debut season in D.C., but appears poised to take over the lead role this season. In 2024, Ekeler saw most of his opportunities in passing situations, as Brian Robinson Jr. was the typical first and second-down running back.

However, with Robinson recently being traded to San Francisco, Ekeler faces minimal serious competition for the starting job. While third-year running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. and rookie Jacory Cros

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