Is Austin Ekeler Playing Today? (Injury Update, Betting Impact for Titans vs. Commanders)

The latest injury update for running back Austin Ekeler in the Washington Commanders' matchup with the Tennessee Titans.

Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler. / Luke Johnson-Imagn Images

Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler has been ruled out for Week 13 against the Tennessee Titans with a concussion. 

In fact, the Commanders placed Ekeler on injured reserve on Saturday, sidelining him for the team's next four games -- or more.

Commanders placed RB Austin Ekeler on injured reserve and he now will be out a minimum of four games.

Commanders also waived former first-round pick Emmanuel Forbes, whom the team attempted to trade before the deadline. pic.twitter.com/ZVH0uq2wAW

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 30, 2024

Ekeler suffered his second concussion of the 2024 season on a kickoff return in Week 12 against the Dallas Cowboys.

With Ekeler out, the Commanders will lean on Brian Robinson Jr. and Jeremy McNichols in what has quickly become a must-win game with the NFC playoff race tightening up. 

Commanders RB Brian Robinson Jr. has had some bad luck with injuries this season.

Now, BRob is dealing with an ankle injury.

On his status against the Titans, BRob said, "if all goes well, yes, I will play on Sunday...I think I'm in a great spot." pic.twitter.com/BPmcRgMZd8

— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) November 27, 2024

Ekeler missed time earlier this season, and both McNichols and Robinson had a role with the second-year back leading the way. Here’s how to bet on him in the prop market in Week 13. 

Best Brian Robinson Jr. Prop Bet for Week 13 vs. Titans

Odds via DraftKings Sportsbook.

• Rushing Yards: 57.5 (Over -115/Under -115)
• Receiving Yards: 8.5 (Over -110/Under -120)
• Anytime TD: -105

Tennessee has been good at defending the run – allowing just 4.0 yards per carry this season – but it has given up 11 rushing scores.

Robinson has already scored a touchdown in seven games this season (out of nine) and he only has three games where he’s failed to hit paydirt. 

After leaving last week’s game early, Robinson should be in line for a major workload on Sunday.

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