editionTier

COMMON

Player Name

Austin Ekeler

playerFirstName

Austin

playerLastName

Ekeler

playerPosition

RB

playType

Reception

seriesName

2024 Season

setName

Base

teamName

Washington Commanders

awayTeamName

New York Giants

awayTeamScore

18

description

As the Washington Commanders and New York Giants traded statements in their battle for NFC East bragging rights, Austin Ekeler discovered a great equalizer through a concept known most affectionately in the South: the “Texas route.” Still safely described as a nightmare when matched up one-on-one against a linebacker, Ekeler showcased his multifaceted ability, losing a defender with one subtle change of direction before speeding through traffic for a 16-yard gain. Ekeler, who moved into the NFL history’s top 25 in receiving yards among tailbacks on Sept. 15, 2024, used a do-it-all effort to transform 11 touches into 85 yards, keying a 21-18 victory in the process.

gameDate

09/15/2024

homeTeamName

Washington Commanders