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The Los Angeles Chargers are having their way with the New York Giants. Justin Herbert looks amazing and the defense is getting the job done. However, LA might be down a running back after Austin Ekeler fell to injury.
According to David J. Chao, Ekeler is having his left ankle taped for an ankle sprain. Chao also mentions the Chargers are taking on the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday for their Week 15 matchup. This is terrible timing for Ekeler to receive an injury.
#AustinEkeler @chargers
A high ankle component to the left ankle sprain. Getting taped on sideline but hard to effectively tape this injury. Play thus Thursday vs @Chiefs. Something to watch. pic.twitter.com/0R9xL2kGtB— David J. Chao – ProFootballDoc (@ProFootballDoc) December 12, 2021
It's hard to imagine Ekeler returning to this game against the Giants. The Chargers are up big with the clock ticking and they don't necessarily need him back on the field. However, Los Angeles has officially listed him as questionable to return, per Field Yates.
Chargers RB Austin Ekeler (ankle) is questionable to return.
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) December 12, 2021
The Chargers pretty much have Week 14 in the bag. They'll be adding another win to their record, keeping them in close contention in the AFC West. Even so, Ekeler's injury is concerning. LA is set to play the Chiefs on a short week. It's likely not enough time for Ekeler to fully rest his ankle for an important divisional matchup.
With the playoffs right around the corner, the timing of this injury is crucial. The Chiefs have been firing off on all cylinders and their defense has come alive. The Chargers need Austin Ekeler on the field for that game, as he's been phenomenal for his team this season.
Keep an eye on the Chargers and Austin Ekeler, as they'll be evaluating his ankle throughout the week. Based on the injury, it should be expected for Ekeler to be a game-time decision for Thursday Night Football.
