Austin Ekeler is back to face the Cleveland Browns, and just in time because the Washington Commanders could be without another running back.
ASHBURN, Va. — The Washington Commanders are looking for their first four-game winning streak since 2021 and their first 4-1 start since 2008.
With a win against the Cleveland Browns who enter with a 1-3 record, the Commanders could build on the suddenly high level of national attention the team is receiving after its 3-1 start.
Washington paved the way for a rookie quarterback who not only has the best record of all first-year passers, but was also named the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Month for September.
Running back Austin Ekeler (concussion) who has been cleared to play will help Daniels in his effort to earn the fourth victory of his young career. That’s also a good thing, as fellow senior Brian Robinson Jr. (knee) is officially questionable and will be a game-time decision according to head coach Dan Quinn.
Receiver Noah Brown (groin) will not play this weekend, as will defensive end Clelin Ferrell (knee), who will miss his third straight game.
In Brown’s place, receivers Luke McCaffrey and Dyami Brown will look to join Olamide Zaccheaus to give Daniels an option beyond Terry McLaurin.
Linebacker Jordan Magee (knee) and defensive lineman Efe Obada (leg) had their practice windows open this week as they prepare to return to the active roster, but both are doubtful for this weekend. end.
Quarterback Marcus Mariota (pec) also had his window open to return from injured reserve and is questionable for Sunday. Guard Nick Allegretti (ankle), safety Percy Butler (groin) and safety Tyler Owens (shin) are also questionable for Washington.
For the Browns, running back Nick Chubb (knee) will not make his season debut this weekend as he has been ruled out along with linebacker Jordan Hicks (ribs/elbow/triceps), running back Nyheim Hines ( knee) and offensive tackle James Hudson. III (shoulder) and defensive end Alex Wright (triceps).
The return of offensive tackle Jack Conklin (hamstring) is questionable and Cleveland would love to have him back on the field to help secure what has been a shaky offensive line so far this season.
Tight end David Njoku (ankle), running back Pierre Strong Jr. (hamstring), guard Michael Dunn (illness) and offensive tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. (knee) are also questionable.
The Commanders and Browns kick off at 1 p.m. ET inside Northwest Stadium this Sunday.
