The famous Austin Ekeler is an American football running back for the Los Angeles Chargers of the National Football League. He played college football at Western Colorado and signed with the Chargers as an undrafted free agent in 2017.
On March 16, 2020, Ekeler signed a four-year $24.5 million contract extension with the Chargers. In Week 2 against the Kansas City Chiefs, Ekeler rushed 16 times for 93 yards and caught 4 passes for 55 yards during the 23–20 overtime loss. In Week 3 against the Carolina Panthers, Ekeler recorded 143 yards from scrimmage and a rushing touchdown during the 21–16 loss. In Week 4, Ekeler suffered a hamstring injury and a hyperextended knee and was expected to miss four to six weeks.
He was placed on injured reserve on October 9, 2020. He was activated on November 28, 2020. Ekeler made his return from injury in Week 12 against the Buffalo Bills. During the game, he recorded 44 rushing yards and 85 receiving yards during the 27–17 loss. In Week 14 against the Atlanta Falcons, he recorded 146 yards from scrimmage during the 20–17 win.
Contract
Austin Ekeler signed a 4 year, $24,500,000 contract with the Los Angeles Chargers, including a $6,000,000 signing bonus, $15,000,000 guaranteed.
Salary per year
Austin Ekeler earns an average annual salary of $6,125,000. In 2022, Ekeler will earn a base salary of $5,500,000, while carrying a cap hit of $7,000,000 and a dead cap value of $4,250,000.
Net worth
Austin Ekeler’s net worth is estimated at $24.5 million.
