The Washington Commanders have made notable changes to their roster by placing running back Austin Ekeler on Injured Reserve (IR) and waiving former first-round cornerback Emmanuel Forbes. Ekeler, who has been a vital part of the Commanders’ offense, is sidelined due to a hamstring injury that has forced him to miss the previous four games. In a statement, head coach Ron Rivera expressed the team’s reliance on Ekeler, saying, ‘Austin has been a key player for us and his presence on the field will surely be missed as he recovers.’ Meanwhile, Emmanuel Forbes, selected 16th overall in the 2023 NFL Draft, has struggled to find a consistent role within the team, leading to his release. Forbes has posted a total of 23 tackles and 1 interception during his stint with the Commanders. Rivera commented on the decision to waive Forbes, stating, ‘We drafted Emmanuel with high hopes, but we felt it was time to move in a different direction as we assess the needs of the team.’ The moves come as the Commanders are looking to improve their roster mid-season, aiming for a more competitive edge in the league after a rocky start.
Washington Commanders Make Significant Roster Moves: Austin Ekeler on IR and Emmanuel Forbes Waived
