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Austin Ekeler Placed on Reserve/COVID-19 List Ahead of Chargers vs. Texans

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler went on the NFL's reserve/COVID-19 list, according to ESPN's Field Yates.

As a result, his status for Sunday's game against the Houston Texans is uncertain.

Ekeler, 26, has 1,347 total yards (789 rushing, 558 receiving) on 235 touches this year. The versatile pass-catching back is in his fifth NFL season.

The running back went undrafted out of Western Colorado, but the then-San Diego Chargers took a chance on him. That has certainly paid off, as Ekeler has emerged as the team's No. 1 running back.

His best season occurred in 2019, when he had 1,550 total yards and 11 touchdowns.