Cam Akers - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Returns to practice squad Akers reverted to the Seahawks' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Impact Akers played six snaps (one on offense, five on special teams) during the Seahawks' 13-3 win over the 49ers on Saturday. He ended up being elevated to Seattle's active roster three times in the regular season and will be available to be called up during the playoffs should the Seahawks require another contributor on special teams and out of the backfield.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Third consecutive elevation The Seahawks elevated Akers from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.

Impact Akers has spent the last five weeks with the Seahawks and has been elevated to the active roster for the last three contests. He has played exclusively on special teams in the first two of those games and is likely to see a similar role in Saturday's NFC West showdown.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

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Returns to practice squad Akers reverted to the Seahawks' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.

Impact Akers was elevated to the active roster ahead of Sunday's 27-10 win over the Panthers, logging five snaps on special teams, including two kickoff returns for 54 yards. The running back could be back with the active roster for Saturday's final regular-season contest against the 49ers.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Elevated once again The Seahawks have elevated Akers from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of Sunday's game against the Panthers, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.

Impact Akers has played one prior game with the Seahawks, Week 16 against the Rams. The running back did not have any offensive snaps in the contest and was relegated to a 12 percent special teams snap share in the overtime victory. The 26-year-old will likely fill a similar role in this week's contest, filling a reserve role behind starting rushers Kenneth Walker and Zach Charbonnet.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back to practice squad Akers reverted to the Seahawks' practice squad Friday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Impact Akers played four snaps on special teams during the Seahawks' overtime win over the Rams on Thursday and did not appear in the box score otherwise. Akers is eligible to be elevated from the practice squad for each of the final two games of the regular season, and he could play in Week 17 against the Panthers on Sunday, Dec. 28 if George Holani (hamstring) is not activated from injured reserve.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Elevated for TNF The Seahawks have elevated Akers for Thursday's game against the Rams, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.

Impact Akers, who is on his second stint with Seattle's practice squad this season, will be elevated for his first contest with the team. The veteran running back will handle the No. 3 backfilled role behind Kenneth Walker and Zach Charbonnet, and he could continue to do so until such time as George Holani (hamstring) is ready to come off IR.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins Seahawks The Seahawks signed Akers to their practice squad Saturday, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.

Impact Akers joined the Seahawks in late November but was not active for a game with the team. He was waived Thursday, but is now set to rejoin the team in a lesser capacity.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pair of ex-Vikings just got another dose of NFL reality in Seattle On Thursday, the Seattle Seahawks made the decision to waive two former Minnesota Vikings players, RB Cam Akers and CB Shaq Griffin.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

Waived by Seattle The Seahawks waived Akers on Thursday, John Boyle of the team's site reports.

Impact Akers signed with Seattle in late November and was expected to serve as a depth piece behind Kenneth Walker and Zach Charbonnet, with George Holani (hamstring) on injured reserve. However, the 26-year-old was inactive in Weeks 13 and 14 due to a coach's decision. The sixth-year pro has 19 yards on five carries this season.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Healthy scratch Sunday Akers (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Vikings.

Impact The running back signed with the team Wednesday after being cut from Minnesota's practice squad. With George Holani on injured reserve with a hamstring injury, Seattle appeared to have a spot available behind Kenneth Walker and Zach Charbonnet, but it will not go to Akers on Sunday. The former Viking has just five carries for 19 yards this season.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Head Coach Mike Macdonald Gives Final Updates Ahead Of Week 13 vs. Vikings Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald provides updates on game preparations. (0:16) Ty Okada's status remains questionable, with a decision pos...

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • SEAHAWKS.COM

How much of an impact will newly Seahawks RB signed Cam Akers have vs. Vikings? The front office of the Seattle Seahawks (8-3) was incredibly busy on Wednesday with a lot of roster moves. Not only did they move players u...

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • SI.COM

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NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Klint Kubiak On The Upcoming Week 13 Matchup vs. Minnesota Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak discusses the team's recent performance and strategy. He emphasizes the importance of yards per...

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Signs with Seattle The Seahawks signed Akers on Wednesday, Brady Henderson of ESPN reports.

Impact Akers is headed to Seattle after having been cut from Minnesota's practice squad last week. The 26-year-old carried the ball five times for 19 yards in three appearances with the Vikings. He should serve as the Seahawks' No. 3 running back for Sunday's matchup against his former team, as George Holani is doubtful with a hamstring injury.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

"Seahawks despise Kenneth Walker": NFL fans react as Cam Akers gets signed to Seattle's active roster ahead of Vikings game The Seattle Seahawks announced the addition of running back Cam Akers to their active roster in their series of roster moves on Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Cooper Kupp On The Addition Of Cam Akers, Jaxon Smith-Njigba's Performance This Season Seahawks wide receiver Cooper Kupp shares insights about the Seahawks' offense and his teammates. He praises Cam Akers (0:18) as a "dangerou...

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • SEAHAWKS.COM

PHOTOS: Cam Akers Through The Years The Seahawks signed running back Cam Akers to the active roster on November 26, 2025. Check out the best photos of Akers throughout his play...

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Cut from practice squad The Vikings cut Akers from the practice Saturday.

Impact Akers appeared in three games for the Vikings this season as a depth piece behind Jordan Mason and Zavier Scott, while Aaron Jones was on injured reserve. In that time, the 26-year-old rushed only five times for 19 yards, but also completed one pass for 32 yards. Cornerback Dwight McGlothern replaces Akers on the practice squad.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

How the Vikings are preparing for Lamar Jackson and his singular skill set There have been many efforts to mimic some of Jackson’s unique movements, one of them involving running back Cam Akers playing quarterback.

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • TWINCITIES.COM

Back to practice squad Akers reverted to the Vikings' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction report.

Impact Akers played just one offensive snap during the Vikings' 21-17 win over the Browns on Sunday, but he made the most of that opportunity by throwing a 32-yard pass to Josh Oliver on a trick play, where the sixth-year running back was used as a wildcat quarterback. Akers has already been elevated to Minnesota's active roster three times, which is the maximum allowed for a season; he would have to be signed to the active roster in order to play for the Vikings for the rest of the season, which could happen with Aaron Jones (hamstring) on injured reserve.

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Justin Jefferson at RB, Cam Akers at QB Highlight Vikings Creativity Vs. Browns Minnesota Vikings Latest News

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • VIKINGS.COM

Throws TD pass Akers threw a 32-yard touchdown pass on his only snap on offense while being used as a wildcat quarterback in Sunday's win over Cleveland in London.

Impact Akers threw a perfect pass to Josh Oliver on a trick play. Akers was a successful high school quarterback and threw several halfback passes in college. Aside from the trick play, Akers had little role on offense as he served as the team's No. 3 running back for the third straight week behind Jordan Mason and Zavier Scott, with Aaron Jones (hamstring) still on injured reserve.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 5, 2025 • YOUTUBE

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