The Washington Commanders made a quick move to add depth after the injury to running back Austin Ekeler . According to FOX Sports reporter Greg Auman, Washington signed running back former Cardinals RB Chase Edmonds to the practice squad. The veteran back spent 2023 with Buccaneers and previously made his name with the Cardinals. Ekeler's injury setback left a hole in the backfield, and the Commanders wasted no time finding help .
The timing of the signing makes sense given how important Austin Ekeler was expected to be. Washington envisioned him as a versatile weapon in the run and pass game. An Achilles injury has now taken him out of the lineup, leaving the Commanders in need of an experienced runner. Chase Edmonds offers that, bringing years of production from his days as pa