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The Los Angeles Chargers have a pivotal divisional battle coming up on Thursday night against the Kansas City Chiefs. One of the key storylines surrounding the contest was the health of running back Austin Ekeler, who is dealing with an injured ankle. Not just from a real football standpoint but also from a fantasy football standpoint. That's why the recent update on Ekeler will please not only Chargers fans but also those viewing his status from a fantasy football lens.
#Chargers RB Austin Ekeler (ankle) is expected to play tonight against the #Chiefs, source said.
Ekeler is banged up and officially listed as questionable, but barring a setback, the plan is to give it a go in a huge game against Kansas City.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) December 16, 2021
Chargers star Austin Ekeler, listed as questionable, is going to give it a go Thursday against the Chiefs, per NFL Network reporter Tom Pelissero. That's huge for Ekeler's fantasy value.
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Austin Ekeler's fantasy football managers are likely very pleased right now, especially with many leagues entering the first or second week of playoffs. Not only is the star halfback, who has been a top-five back in most formats, going to suit up, but he'll also get a favorable matchup against a Chiefs team that has allowed the third-most receiving yards and fifth-most receptions to opposing running backs.
Much of Austin Ekeler's fantasy value comes from his receiving ability, so he could have himself a nice game, even while dealing with an ankle injury. Plus, the game between the Chargers and Chiefs could be of the high-scoring variety, meaning more points could be on the board for fantasy football purposes.
That's why Chargers fans and fantasy football managers are likely very pleased with the latest update on running back Austin Ekeler ahead of the game against the Chiefs.
