Report: MRI confirms torn Achilles for Commanders' Austin Ekeler

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An MRI confirmed that Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler sustained a season-ending torn Achilles, NFL Network announced Saturday.

Ekeler was injured on a non-contact play during the Commanders' 27-18 loss to the host Green Bay Packers on Thursday.

Ekeler, who has endured a series of ailments throughout his NFL career, fell after he tried to cut wh