Cam Akers is now available after being released by the Seattle Seahawks. The Minnesota Vikings may consider signing him again, but their current running back situation is less urgent.
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Cam Akers released by Seattle Seahawks
Minnesota Vikings familiar with Akers
Vikings' current RB situation is less urgent
Release occurred two days after NFL draft
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Former Vikings RB Is Available Again
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There’s a familiar joke among Minnesota Vikings fans — at which point on the calendar will the team sign running back Cam Akers? And thanks to the Seattle Seahawks, that joke will be alive and well this spring and summer.
Minnesota knows Akers well, but its current RB room makes another reunion less urgent.
Seattle dumped Akers on Monday, two days after the NFL draft.
Akers Returns to the Open Market
Yes, the Vikings can now sign Akers if they’re in the mood.
Cam Akers lines up during a Vikings playoff game against the Rams at State Farm Stadium.
Minnesota Vikings running back Cam Akers (27) lines up against the Los Angeles Rams during an NFC wild card clash at State Farm Stadium, with Jan. 13, 2025 marking the postseason stage as he faces his former team. The moment reflects Akers’ continued role in Minnesota’s backfield during high-stakes playoff action. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images.
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Why was Cam Akers released by the Seattle Seahawks?
Cam Akers was released by the Seattle Seahawks two days after the NFL draft, but specific reasons for his release have not been detailed.
What is Cam Akers' history with the Minnesota Vikings?
Cam Akers has a history with the Minnesota Vikings, having previously played for them, which makes the possibility of a reunion a topic of interest among fans.
How does Cam Akers' release impact the Vikings' running back situation?
While Cam Akers' release opens the door for a potential signing, the Vikings' current running back room makes an immediate reunion less urgent.
What are the chances of the Vikings signing Cam Akers again?
The chances of the Vikings signing Cam Akers again depend on their evaluation of the current running back roster and his performance potential.
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Akers Out in SEA
That’s it for Akers in Emerald City, at least for now. SeattleTimes‘s Bob Conodotta wrote Monday, “The Seahawks released veteran running back Cam Akers on Monday in the wake of selecting Jadarian Price in the first round of the NFL draft on Thursday. Akers, a seven-year NFL veteran, signed to the Seahawks’ practice squad last November after an injury to George Holani.”
“He played in three regular-season games and in the NFC title game win over the Rams without getting a carry. He had two kickoff returns for 54 yards in a late-season win at Carolina. The release of Akers leaves the Seahawks with six running backs on the roster — Price, Zach Charbonnet, Holani, Kenny McIntosh, Jacardia Wright and free agent signee Emanuel Wilson.”
Akers will now bide his time for his next NFL team, with the Vikings obviously being a possible landing spot because of their ardor for the man.
Making Room for Price & Akers’s Career Bio
Draft heads projected Price as a 2nd-Rounder, but with so few urgent roster needs, the Seahawks splurged on him, a wise choice, given Charbonnet’s late-season injury in 2025. Price figures to pull down an RB1 or RB2 workload sooner rather than later, and with that upcoming, there’s evidently no room on the 90-man roster for Akers.
Once a promising second-round pick by the Los Angeles Rams in 2020, Akers has experienced significant movement in recent seasons, notably including the multiple stints with Minnesota. One of these was very brief in 2025, where he played only eight offensive snaps and seven on special teams.
His comprehensive NFL journey, including recent and projected future stops, is as follows:
At 26, Akers has accumulated 2,044 rushing yards on 507 carries (4.0 yards per attempt) and 17 total touchdowns over six seasons, along with 52 receptions for 388 receiving yards. His durability, however, is particularly remarkable. While two Achilles tears typically end a running back’s career, Akers has consistently battled back to secure a spot on NFL rosters.
The Vikings’ Current RB Setup
Do the Vikings need Akers? They do not. But in years past, Akers didn’t necessarily feel like a priority either, and he somehow found his way onto the roster. Here’s the current RB room in Minnesota after the draft:
Theoretically, if Akers landed in Minnesota again soon, he’d hope to snatch the RB4 job from Scott because Jones, Mason, and Claiborne probably aren’t going anywhere.
Cam Akers runs the ball against the Packers during a game at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Minnesota Vikings running back Cam Akers (27) carries the ball against the Green Bay Packers during second-quarter action at U.S. Bank Stadium, with Dec. 29, 2024 capturing a late-season divisional battle. Akers pushes through traffic while Minnesota leans on its rushing attack in a tightly contested matchup against Green Bay. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images.
The VikingAge‘s Adam Carlson on Akers: “Of course, Minnesota should be in no rush to sign a running back since the team needs to evaluate its young running backs before making any changes to the roster. If Akers is still available after training camp, he could be a solid, familiar face to add to the roster.”
“Time will tell whether fate brings Akers back to the Minnesota Vikings for another reunion, but one thing is certain: the former Florida State running back seems to help bring success to any franchise that he is a part of.”
The History with Akers
From September 2023 to present, the Vikings have signed Akers twice from free agency (July 2024 and September 2025) and traded for him twice (September 2023 with the Los Angeles Rams and October 2024 with the Houston Texans).
He’s their guy. They can’t quit him.
Cam Akers runs the ball during a game for the Rams against the Jets at SoFi Stadium.
Los Angeles Rams running back Cam Akers (23) carries the ball against the New York Jets during first-quarter action at SoFi Stadium, with Dec. 20, 2020 marking an early-career outing. Akers accelerates through the line as the Rams test their ground game, though the Jets ultimately secured a narrow 23-20 victory. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports.
In the last three years, anytime a reserve running back, like Ty Chandler, got too close to the RB2 or RB3 job, Minnesota seemed to put its foot down and acquire Akers. While the running back room feels full right now, an Akers signing can never be ruled out when Kevin O’Connell runs the Vikings.
He’s arguably best known for this catch as a Viking that helped secure a win over the Green Bay Packers in 2024:
Akers will turn 27 in June. He’s the proud owner of two Super Bowl rings (Rams, Seahawks).
