The Facts: Ekeler had 933 total yards last season and three touchdowns despite missing six games with a hamstring injury. It was his first opportunity as the lead back with Melvin Gordon having departed in free agency. “Hey, I’m going to get the ball,” Ekeler said Friday. “I’m going to make things happen. They’re going to throw me the ball; I’m going to make things happen. If you want to get Fantasy points, you better have me on your team. So, that’s all I got to say. If I’m healthy, I’m going to score you points.”

Diehards Line:Chargers coach Brandon Staley calls Ekeler a complete back, and offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi has big plans for Ekeler this season. “He’s a complete back," Staley said of Ekler. He can run the ball. He can run the route tree. He can pass protect. He’s an intense competitor. He comes out here and does his job at a high level consistently and that example is not exclusive to running backs. ...” If Ekeler stays healthy, he should top the 1,550 yards from scrimmage and 11 touchdowns he had in 2019.