The Minnesota Vikings are gearing up to bring back running back Cam Akers, pending a physical exam, as reported by the St. Paul Pioneer Press. Akers, who is 25 years old, has been a free agent since his contract expired back in March. He joined the Vikings last year after being traded from the Los Angeles Rams.
During his time with the Vikings, Akers played in six games as a rotational back behind Alexander Mattison before his season was cut short due to an Achilles tear in November. Despite this setback, Akers is known for his remarkable recovery from a previous Achilles injury. He made a quick return to the field for the Rams in 2021, just five months after his initial injury, and played a key role in helping the team secure a Super Bowl victory.
If Akers does make a comeback with the Vikings, he will be reuniting with head coach Kevin O’Connell, who previously worked as the offensive coordinator for the Rams. It remains to be seen where Akers will fit into the running back depth chart, especially with Aaron Jones, formerly of the Green Bay Packers, leading the revamped backfield alongside Ty Chandler.
During his brief stint with the Vikings last season, Akers managed to accumulate just over 200 scrimmage yards and caught 11 passes as a sporadic third-down option. His potential return to the team could bring an added dimension to the offense and provide depth in the running back position.
It will be interesting to see how Akers’ re-signing will impact the Vikings’ upcoming season and how he will contribute to the team’s offensive strategies under the guidance of Coach O’Connell. Fans will be eagerly anticipating his return to the field and hoping that he can showcase the same level of talent and resilience that made him a Super Bowl champion in the past.