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ArticleCommanders vs. 49ers Saturday injury report: Bill Croskey-Merritt outOctober 17, 2026

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While fellow rushers Austin Ekeler (chest) and Rachaad White (shoulder) have been banged up, both backs were cleared to play San Francisco.

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Ekeler cleared to play Monday despite Week 5 chest injury.

Cleared to play Monday vs. San Francisco despite dealing with a chest issue from Week 5. While banged up, Ekeler was medically cleared alongside fellow rusher Rachaad White, positioning him as available for fantasy purposes.

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Ekeler's McCaffrey-like receiving usage (6.3 targets/game) guarantees production.

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TD prop at +650; lower scoring odds among Eagles backs.

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Ekeler set for increased role with Croskey-Merritt out; Eagles run defense vulnerable.

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Ekeler stresses consistency as key to Commanders' complete-game execution vs. Eagles

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Ekeler cleared for increased snaps; limited to 17, 6, 7 snaps in first three games.

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Quinn signals Ekeler ready for increased playing time after limited snap counts.

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