Tagged: Cam Akers (55 Results)
Rams RB Akers’ status remains uncertain
Los Angeles Rams running back CAM AKERS is working his way back from an Achilles injury and was reportedly close to a return earlier this week. After Thursday’s practice, Rams head… More coach Sean McVay backtracked a bit and said a more realistic timeframe for Akers’ return is the regular season finale against San Francisco. Until Akers returns, and even when he does, the Rams backfield appears to be in the hands of SONY MICHEL. Less
Source: Los Angeles Times
Podcast: December 29 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now
Moishe Steigmann and Justin Eleff review their full-season fantasy ventures ahead of one more big week, then try hard to give away three (!) great prizes in #SUPPLYbyDEMAND. Sponsored by RealTime Fantasy Sports (rtsports.com) and Affordable Trophies. more »
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Rams RB Henderson to IR, RB Akers could be ready to roll
The Los Angeles Rams placed running back DARRELL HENDERSON on injured reserve due to his MCL injury, but fellow running back CAM AKERS is nearing a return after tearing his Achilles… More just five months ago. If Akers plays on Sunday against the Baltimore Ravens, he will have returned from an injury that typically has a 10-12 month recovery period in just half that time. SONY MICHEL will lead the Rams backfield, but Akers’ recovery is an impressive feat. Less
Source: Team Blog
Rams RB Henderson injures thumb at practice
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said on Monday that running back DARRELL HENDERSON hurt his thumb at practice. Henderson is reportedly going through tests to determine the severity of… More the injury. With fellow running back CAM AKERS out for the season, the Rams will hope for the best with Henderson – the presumed starter in the backfield. Less
Source: NBC Sports
Podcast: July 27 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now
Ian Allan and Justin Eleff kick off the podcast preseason with a team-by-team look at the NFC West. (Get well soon, Cam Akers.) Sponsored by Fantasy Football Index magazine -- get your copy of the 2021 edition now! more »
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Mailbag: July 23, 2021
Ian Allan answers your fantasy football questions. In this edition. Trading up for Christian McCaffrey. Late-round rookie running backs. Cam Akers injury. Auction strategies. And more. more »
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Rams RB Akers suffers season-ending torn Achilles
Los Angeles Rams running back CAM AKERS suffered a torn Achilles tendon while training for the upcoming season earlier this week. Akers, 22, was on track to be the featured running… More back in an offense that was expected to be rejuvenated by the arrival of veteran quarterback MATTHEW STAFFORD. Instead, Akers will miss the season and the Rams will likely move forward with third year running back DARRELL HENDERSON leading the backfield. Less
Source: Los Angeles Times
Mailbag: June 18, 2021
Ian Allan answers your fantasy football questions. In this edition: Most improved offenses. Pull the plug on Hollywood Brown? Dynasty keepers. Running backs coming off injuries. And more. more »
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Rams to use Akers as receiver in 2021
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay is looking to get second year running back CAM AKERS more involved in the passing game heading into the upcoming season. McVay even suggested… More that fantasy owners could see Akers in the slot or lined-up as an outside receiver. Akers is already the clear-cut starter in the Rams’ backfield, but his fantasy stock could soar if McVay’s plans come to fruition. Less
Source: Team Blog
McVay sees RB Akers as every-down back
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said that running back CAM AKERS is an every-down back and someone the team wants to utilize a lot heading into the upcoming season.… More Fantasy owners should note that MALCOLM BROWN was often on the field last season in passing situations, but he is heading into free agency. With Brown likely moving on, Akers should earn most of his carries and snaps next season. Fellow running back DARRELL HENDERSON is still around, but the backfield appears to belong to Akers in 2021. Less
Source: Team Blog
Ask the Experts: Who changed your opinion most this postseason?
ASK THE EXPERTS appears weekly from training camp through the Super Bowl with answers to a new question being posted Thursday morning. How the guest experts responded when we asked them: Which player or team has changed your opinion, for good or ill, the most this postseason? more »
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Factoid: Acres of touchdowns?
Cam Akers ran for 171 yards against the Patriots. Now the Rams are at home against the 0-13 Jets. That should make for another monster game … or will it? more »
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Mailbag: November 27, 2020
Ian Allan answers your fantasy football questions. Special holiday edition. Start Taysom Hill over Tom Brady? What happens to the Bengals without Joe Burrow? Cam Akers' long-term value. And more. more »
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Dynasty Leagues: Long-term RB rankings
What kind of long-term value the rookie running backs hold? There are a number of them that haven’t done much yet, but who look like they’re going to do a lot more in the future. more »
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Rams to feature three-back attack
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said earlier this week that he feels good about featuring a three-back rotation heading into the upcoming season. McVay is “optimistic” that DARRELL HENDERSON’s… More hamstring injury has improved to the point that he will be able to play in Sunday night’s season opener against the Dallas Cowboys. If Henderson is available, he will team with fellow running backs CAM AKERS and MALCOLM BROWN in the three-back attack. Less
Source: L.A. Daily News