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Jumps up from practice squad The Vikings elevated Akers from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of Sunday's game against the Bengals.

Impact Akers presumably will be a part of the Vikings' plans in the backfield without the services of Aaron Jones (hamstring), who will be on injured reserve for at least the next four contests. Jordan Mason is expected to lead the way for Minnesota, but Akers' experience in coach Kevin O'Connell's system suggests he's likely to see at least some touches in his season debut, especially because his only competition for those reps is undrafted rookie Zavier Scott. In 12 games for the Vikings last season, Akers notched 64 carries for 297 yards (4.6 YPC) and one touchdown and 10 catches (on 11 targets) for 52 yards and two more TDs.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings put RB Aaron Jones on IR with hamstring injury that will sideline him more than a month

The Minnesota Vikings have placed running back Aaron Jones Sr. on injured reserve because of a hamstring injury

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Vikings Bring Back RB Cam Akers for a Third Stint in Three Years Minnesota can't quit the former Super Bowl champion.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • SI.COM

Aaron Jones Injury Update: Vikings Make Decision on Injured Reserve for Veteran RB The Vikings picked up Cam Akers as a backup option on Tuesday.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • SI.COM

Joins Minnesota's practice squad Akers agreed to a contract with the Vikings' practice squad Tuesday, Ben Goessling of The Minnesota Star Tribune reports.

Impact Though Akers will begin his third stint in the Vikings organization as a member of the practice squad, he could be elevated to the 53-man roster for Sunday's game versus the Bengals with Aaron Jones (hamstring) looking unlikely to play Week 3. Akers was most recently with the Saints during the preseason, but he was unable to win a roster spot after New Orleans opted to enter the regular season with Alvin Kamara, Kendre Miller and Devin Neal as its backfield options. In 2024, Akers saw action in 17 games between stops with the Texans and Vikings during the regular season, carrying 104 times for 444 yards (4.3 YPC) and two touchdowns while adding 14 receptions for 68 yards and three more scores.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Saints releasing this veteran was painfully obvious after the preseason Saints release Cam Akers and no one was surprised

AUGUST 26, 2025 • WHODATDISH.COM

Former Rams draft pick cut again as brutal NFL journey hits another stop The Los Angeles Rams traded Cam Akers to the Vikings in 2023 because he wanted a larger role in the offense. 3 years and 4 teams later, he i...

AUGUST 25, 2025 • RAMBLINFAN.COM

Cam Akers released by Saints, reacts on social media 'NFL a crazy place' Cam Akers has been around the NFL block a few times in his career. That doesn't mean getting released for the first time hurts any less.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Can't stick with Saints New Orleans cut Akers on Monday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Impact Akers was a solid contributor in 2024, rushing 104 times for 444 yards (4.3 YPC) and two scores across 17 regular-season games split between the Vikings and Texans. He also demonstrated impressive red-zone versatility, securing 14 of 18 targets for 68 yards and three additional touchdowns. The veteran running back couldn't carve out a spot on the Saints' 53-man roster behind Alvin Kamara, Kendre Miller and Devin Neal, but he figures to draw interest around the league from teams in need of reliable backfield depth.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Third RB to see touches Sunday Akers had four carries for nine yards and was not targeted as a receiver in Sunday's 27-13 preseason loss to the Chargers.

Impact Quarterback Spencer Rattler wound up leading the Saints in rushing with just 22 yards Sunday, highlighting how poorly the entire backfield performed against the Chargers. It is worth noting that Akers was the third back to touch the ball spot-starter Kendre Miller. The 26-year-old Akers will have to show the coaching staff more in the Saints' final two exhibition contests if he wants to earn a spot on the 53-man roster this upcoming season.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cam Akers talks Alvin Kamara, camp progress | Saints Training Camp 2025 New Orleans Saints running back Cam Akers' post-practice interview at Saints Training Camp 2025 presented by Rouses Markets from the Ochsner...

AUGUST 2, 2025 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM

Five Things to Know about Saints running back Cam Akers Saints add fifth-year veteran running back after tryout at Saints Minicamp

JUNE 16, 2025 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM

Cam Akers joins the New Orleans Saints | Meet the Team Photos New Orleans Saints announced the club has signed free agent running back Cam Akers to a one-year contract after participating in last week's...

JUNE 16, 2025 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM

Deadspin | Saints sign RB Cam Akers to 1-year contract Deadspin | Saints sign RB Cam Akers to 1-year contract

JUNE 14, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Saints sign RB Cam Akers to 1-year contract The New Orleans Saints signed free agent running back Cam Akers to a one-year contract.Financial terms were not disclosed in the team announ...

JUNE 14, 2025 • THESTATE.COM

Morning Break: Saints agree to terms with Cam Akers A collection of headlines and news about the Saints and the NFL for Saturday, June 14

JUNE 14, 2025 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM

Gets chance with Saints The Saints signed Akers to a contract Friday, Dianna Russini of The Athletic reports.

Impact In his fifth NFL campaign in 2024, Akers split time between the Texans and Vikings, recording 104 carries for 444 yards (4.3 YPC) and two touchdowns and 14 catches (on 18 targets) for 68 yards and three more TDs. He entered the offseason as an unrestricted free agent and went without much interest until New Orleans' mandatory minicamp this week, when he worked out for the team. Akers showed enough to earn another opportunity, but he joins a crowded backfield behind No. 1 option Alvin Kamara along with Kendre Miller and rookie sixth-rounder Devin Neal

JUNE 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Working out with New Orleans Akers will attend the Saints' minicamp practices as a tryout in the upcoming week, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

Impact Akers split the 2024 season between the Vikings and Texans, accounting for 104 total carries. He hasn't received much known interest this offseason, though the Saints have a relatively undefined depth chart behind Alvin Kamara. Kendre Miller was a third-round pick in 2023 but hasn't established himself, while Devin Neal was just a sixth-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

JUNE 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Running backs Aaron Jones and Cam Akers face offseason uncertainty with the Vikings Aaron Jones and Cam Akers have said they’d like to stay in Minnesota. Whether either does depends on what the team views as the best way to...

JANUARY 23, 2025 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Productive in backup role Akers had five carries for 39 yards in Minnesota's Wild Card-round loss to the Rams. He finished the season with 104 carries for 444 yards rushing, 14 receptions for 68 yards and f...

Impact Akers played the first five games of the season with Houston (amassing 147 yards rushing) and was traded to the Vikings where he initially was third string. He soon overtook Ty Chandler as the backup to Aaron Jones and had a productive second half of the season. Akers showed some big-play ability with 232 yards rushing , 48 yards receiving and three touchdowns in his last eight games. He becomes an unrestricted free agent after the season, but the Vikings would seem likely to want to bring him back considering they've traded for him in consecutive seasons.

JANUARY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings RB Cam Akers (illness) set to play vs. Rams Minnesota Vikings backup running back Cam Akers is active for Monday night’s NFC wild-card game against the Los Angeles Rams in Glendale, Ar...

JANUARY 14, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Suiting up Monday Akers (illness) is listed as active for Monday's wild-card game against the Rams.

Impact Akers wasn't able to practice Saturday due to an illness, which left him questionable for the Vikings' playoff opener. Despite the ailment, he'll be able to suit up Monday and serve as the primary backup to starting RB Aaron Jones, which has amounted to 6.2 touches for 29.1 yards from scrimmage per game and three total TDs in 12 appearances for Minnesota this season.

JANUARY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cam Akers-Sean McVay beef, explained: Revisiting drama that sent Rams RB to Vikings | Sporting News Canada Vikings RB Cam Akers will face off vs. his former team in the wild-card round of the playoffs. Here's what to know about his departure from...

JANUARY 13, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Cam Akers injury update and status vs. the Rams in the Wild Card Playoff Round | Jan. 13, 2024 On Monday at 8:00 PM ET at State Farm Stadium, Cam Akers and the Minnesota Vikings square off against the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Wild C...

JANUARY 13, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Neal: For Darnold to succeed, Aaron Jones and Cam Akers will have to play big There is running theme among nearly all of the Rams’ seven losses during the regular season — running the ball effectively.

JANUARY 12, 2025 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

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Vikings put RB Aaron Jones on IR with hamstring injury that will sideline him more than a month