The Washington Commanders got dealt a tough injury blow , when running back Austin Ekeler went down with a torn Achilles. He is out for the entirety of the 2025 season. Ekeler is sending a message to Commanders fans, as he begins the long road to rehabilitation.

“Thank you all for the love and well wishes. I appreciate you all,” Ekeler said on his Instagram story Saturday, per NFL Network. Ekeler also shared an image to his story. Expand Tweet

The loss is a huge one for the Commanders. Ekeler has rushed for 43 yards this season. In the 2024 campaign, he posted 367 rushing yards and four touchdowns. He previously played for the Los Angeles Chargers, before joining Washington in 2024.

Washington is 1-1 on the campaign, after recently losing to the Green Bay Packers .

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