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On YouTubeMinnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 8
Vikings Backed Into Decision Time on Depth Player 
The Vikings backed themselves into a corner with the success from depth running back Cam Akers. As expected, the team allowed Mr. Akers to burn through his trio of freebie roster elevations from the practice squad from Week 3 to Week 5.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 5
Cam Akers now has longest TD pass for Vikings this season
The Minnesota Vikings are playing the Cleveland Browns in London on Sunday. Minnesota got their first touchdown of the game, with a touchdown pass from an unlikely passer.
The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?
32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season
It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 27
Vikings elevate critical player ahead on Sunday's game against the Steelers in Dublin, Ireland
The Minnesota Vikings are set to play their fifth international game since 2013 when they take on the Pittsburgh Steelers. It's the second time these teams will meet, as the Vikings got the win 34-27 in the 2013 season in a game played in England.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 27
Vikings elevate veteran RB from practice squad for second straight week
For the second straight week since re-joining the Vikings, running back Cam Akers has been elevated from the practice squad to the active roster. He'll once again join Zavier Scott as a depth option behind workhorse starter Jordan Mason in Minnesota's backfield for Sunday's game against the Steelers in Ireland.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 27
Vikings Elevated RB Cam Akers
The Vikings announced that they have elevated RB Cam Akers ahead of their Week 4 matchup. Akers, 26, was a second-round pick of the Rams out of Florida State in the 2020 NFL Draft.
2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10
With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 20
Vikings Elevate Two Players Including RB Cam Akers
The Minnesota Vikings announced Saturday that they’ve elevated RB Cam Akers and G Henry Byrd for their Week 3 game. Minnesota lost RB Aaron Jones to a
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / September 20
The View from VT: Vikings Going Bold, Defender Stolen by Jags, and Losing Heavy Hitters
Vikings Territory works in partnership with PurplePTSD, similarly doing their utmost to put forth excellent Minnesota Vikings content. As a result, we promote what they have to offer in “The View from VT,” a weekly piece.
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / September 19
Vikings Pull Off a Really Savvy Signing
The Vikings pulling off the contract for Cam Akers didn’t hit as much of a surprise. After all, the runner has been onboarded in both of 2023 and 2024, so there’s a well-worn path between team and player.
Minnesota Vikings News / Field Level Media / September 16
Reports: Vikings placing RB Aaron Jones (hamstring) on IR, signing Cam Akers
The Minnesota Vikings are placing running back Aaron Jones on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury after already ruling him out for Sunday's home game against the Cincinnati Bengals, according to multiple reports on Tuesday.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / September 16
Vikings reunite with veteran RB on a practice squad deal
Kevin O’Connell, who coached him from 2020-21 as Rams OC, traded for the former second-round pick in 2023 and ’24. After failing to make the Saints’ 53-man roster, he is rejoining the Vikings.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 16
Vikings Re-Signing RB Cam Akers
According to Aaron Wilson, the Vikings are re-signing RB Cam Akers to the roster. Minnesota lost RB Aaron Jones to a hamstring injury in Week 2 and third-string
New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / August 25
Cam Akers Reacts To Saints Cut With 4-Word Message
The New Orleans Saints have had some stiff competition in the running back room and made their first big cut of camp in the room on Monday. Over the last few weeks, 53-man roster projections and predictions have popped up left and right.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / August 25
Saints Cut Former Super Bowl-Winning RB With Rams
The New Orleans Saints slashed their roster ahead of the 53-man deadline. But one former Super Bowl winner with the Los Angeles Rams never made the final cut in the Big Easy.
New Orleans Saints News / Pro Football Rumors / August 25
Saints release Super Bowl champion RB
Between his time in Houston and Minnesota last year, he combined for 104 carries for 444 yards and two touchdowns.
New Orleans Saints News / Total Apex Sports / June 18
Cam Akers Optimistic Contract With New Orleans
Cam Akers officially signs with the New Orleans Saints. Previously known as the Los Angeles Rams’ Super Bowl-winning running back. The Los Angeles Rams selected Akers in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft, and he made an immediate impression during his rookie season.
NFL News / Field Level Media / June 14
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 announcement on Friday for Akers, who participated in the Saints' minicamp on a tryout basis.
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / June 13
Cam Akers signs with new team in free agency
Cam Akers’ tour of the NFC continues. The New Orleans Saints announced on Friday that they have signed the veteran running back Akers in free agency. Akers has agreed to terms with the Saints on a one-year deal.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / June 13
Saints to sign former Super Bowl champion
The Saints are signing running back Cam Akers after a successful tryout at mandatory minicamp this week.
The 'Active NFL wild-card rushing leaders' quiz
How many of the 27 active NFL players to rush for 70 yards or more in one Wild Card game can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / October 15, 2024
Texans trade Super Bowl-winning RB to NFC North team
The former Rams second-round pick will head to a team with a recent running back issue.
Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / August 2, 2024
Texans RB proves he still has 'same abilities' after second major injury
If Cam Akers continues making plays throughout the preseason, he will establish a role in Houston's offense.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / July 21, 2024
Cam Akers signs with AFC playoff team
Cam Akers has joined his third team in less than a year.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / July 2, 2024
Vikings expected to re-sign former second-round RB pending physical
The Vikings will have a new face leading their backfield this season after signing veteran running back Aaron Jones to a one-year deal in free agency. That doesn't mean Minnesota is done adding to the room.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / January 17, 2024
Will the Vikings bring back restricted free agent RB Cam Akers in 2024?
Last September, the Vikings acquired running back Cam Akers from the Rams for...well, nothing. The deal was Akers and a conditional 2026 seventh-round pick to Minnesota for a conditional 2026 sixth-rounder.
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