Austin Ekeler - Dealing with concussion, cut on ear Head coach Dan Quinn said that Ekeler sustained a concussion as well as a laceration to his ear during Monday's 38-33 win over the Bengals, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official s... Impact The team had already confirmed that Ekeler entered the NFL's concussion protocol after hitting his head during the third quarter Monday, resulting in his early exit from the contest. The ear laceration hadn't been reported, but clearing the five-step protocol will likely be Ekeler's chief concern as he aims to be available for the Commanders' Week 4 game Sunday in Arizona. If Ekeler is ruled out for Week 4, the Commanders could lean more heavily on lead back Brian Robinson in the passing game, while No. 3 back Jeremy McNichols could also carve out a more substantial change-of-pace role.
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