Undrafted in 2017, Austin Ekeler went on to carve out a unique niche for himself as one of the league’s most versatile backs. Seven seasons with the Chargers, marked by playmaking and durability, established him as an undeniable favorite. But with the NFL’s ever-shifting landscape, change was inevitable. In an exclusive interview with EssentiallySports, we spoke to Ekeler, and he opened up about his unexpected departure from the Chargers. Let’s take you inside Ekeler’s mindset during this pivotal career moment and unpack what led to his move to the Commanders.

The story begins with a sobering realization. After completing his four-year contract with the Chargers, Ekeler understood both sides were ready for a change. As he told Andrew Whitelaw in the Essentially

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