The Los Angeles Chargers' high-powered offense could pose less of a challenge for the New England Patriots defense on Sunday if running back Austin Ekeler doesn't play or is limited in any way.
Ekeler, who's battling a hip injury, didn't practice Friday as the Chargers prepared for their Week 8 matchup at SoFi Stadium. Ekeler is a very talented dual-threat running back who leads the Chargers in rushing and ranks third on the team with 27 receptions.
He's one of only two Chargers players -- linebacker Drew Tranquill is the other -- listed on the final injury report of the week. Los Angeles had a Week 7 bye, giving its players extra time to rest and recover before hosting the Patriots.
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The Patriots ruled out linebacker Brandon King for Sunday's matchup. He's dealing with a thigh injury. New England also listed 14 players as questionable, highlighted by center David Andrews, tight end Jonnu Smith and linebacker Kyle Van Noy.
The Pats are coming off a massive 54-13 win over the New York Jets in Week 7. It easily was the team's best performance of the season.
Here are the official Week 8 injury reports for the Patriots and Chargers.
New England Patriots
New England Patriots (3-4)
OUT
LB Brandon King, Thigh
DOUBTFUL
No players listed
QUESTIONABLE
C David Andrews, Ankle
LB Ja'Whaun Bentley, Ribs
WR Kendrick Bourne, Shoulder
DL Carl Davis, Hand
S Kyle Dugger, Neck
K Nick Folk, Left Knee
DL Davon Godchaux, Finger
LB Dont'a Hightower, Ankle
G Shaq Mason, Abdomen
TE Jonnu Smith, Shoulder
LB Josh Uche, Shoulder
LB Kyle Van Noy, Groin
CB Shaun Wade, Concussion
DL Deatrich Wise Jr., Knee
Los Angeles Chargers (4-2)
OUT
No players listed
DOUBTFUL
No players listed
QUESTIONABLE
RB Austin Ekeler, Hip
LB Drue Tranquill, Chest