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Brian Robinson (knee) and Dorance Armstrong (rib) are both here at the start of practice.

Terry McLaurin is participating in position drills after a rest day.

Related Players: Austin Ekeler, Jeremy McNichols

Ekeler didn't do much with his heightened rushing opportunity last week, going 9-21-0, though he did add four catches for 47 yards, which saved his fantasy day. Both Robinson and Ekeler could be options if they're both at full health in Week 7, as they face off against a Panthers team that has been gashed everywhere and currently rank 32nd in RB aFPA.

Dan Quinn said Brian Robinson will practice today. DE Dorance Armstrong will not practice today. Quinn also said they're hoping Javontae Jean-Baptiste's stay on IR will be short.

Related Players: Austin Ekeler, Jeremy McNichols

Ekeler didn't do much with his heightened rushing opportunity last week, going 9-21-0, though he did add four catches for 47 yards, which saved his fantasy day. Both Robinson and Ekeler could be options if they're both at full health in Week 7, as they face off against a Panthers team that has been gashed everywhere and currently rank 32nd in RB aFPA.

From "Good Morning Football" Rapoport reports, indications are that Austin Ekeler is going to play on Sunday after logging a full practice on Thursday, while Brian Robinson has not practiced yet and looks to be a game-time call, as he was in Week 5.

Related Players: Jeremy McNichols

Robinson casually had two touchdowns last week, but that would be hard to bank on again, considering they came on seven rush attempts (18 yards). If Robinson is out, or even limited, Ekeler is in a fantastic spot in what could end up being a massive shootout.

For the second straight day, Commanders RB Brian Robinson did not practice today due to a knee injury.

Related Players: Austin Ekeler, Jeremy McNichols

This coincides with Ekeler's progress in the concussion protocol, which could end up leading to a ton of work for the veteran back in Week 5. We'll keep an eye on this situation heading into Friday.

Austin Ekeler just told us on Grant & Danny that he is tracking toward being able to play on Sunday.

Related players: Brian Robinson, Jeremy McNichols

Ekeler missed Week 4 but it sounds like he expects to be back on the field against the Browns. The post went on to say Ekeler said he's feeling more like himself as he completes the steps of the concussion protocol. The return of Ekeler likely means less work for McNichols who had a great game in Week 4 in Arizona.

Dan Quinn said RB Austin Ekeler (concussion) is OUT for Sunday’s game in Arizona.

Related Players: Brian Robinson, Jeremy McNichols

Hopefully this will just be one week while Ekeler works through the protocol. Robinson has to be considered a high-end RB2 while his teammate is sidelined. No need to start McNichols anywhere.

Dan Quinn said Austin Ekeler went back to Virginia to treat his concussion. Also suffered a laceration in his ear. Quinn said he'll know more later in the week.

Related players: Brian Robinson, Jeremy McNichols, Nick Bellore

The Commanders are heading right to Arizona for a Week 4 game against the Cardinals instead of going back to Washington, according to reports. It's unclear if Ekeler would have cleared, or could still clear protocol. We may know more during the week, but owners should probably prepare to not have Ekeler for Week 4, which is a later afternoon game. Robinson should lead the way at RB with McNichols perhaps getting more touches if Ekeler doesn't play.

Commanders running back Austin Ekeler was injured in the second half Monday night.

Washington ruled him out with a concussion.

Related players: Brian Robinson, Jeremy McNichols, Nick Bellore

Ekeler will likely land in protocol making his availability in question for Week 4, which is an away game in Arizona in the later window of Sunday's action. Robinson should see a bigger role if Ekeler can't go, and in Week 3, McNichols did see one carry and could end up with some touches if Ekeler has to miss Week 4.

The Commanders are making a kicking change.

Cade York missed a pair of field goals in Sunday’s 37-20 loss to the Buccaneers and the Commanders announced that he has been released on Monday. York did make both extra points he tried during the game.

Related players: Austin Seibert

Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports that the Commanders are expected to sign Seibert as their new kicker, according to the story.

WR Noah Brown signing with Commanders, per source. Will join active roster.

Washington gets much-needed receiver help.

Related Players: Terry McLaurin, Dyami Brown, Olamide Zaccheaus, Luke McCaffrey

Brown was sneakily productive as a Texan last season, notching games of 82, 153, and 172 yards while only appearing in ten matchups. On a thin wide receiver depth chart, he makes for an interesting late-round stab, particularly in best ball leagues as a stacking partner for Jayden Daniels.