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Minnesota Vikings running back Cam Akers suffered an injury to his left Achilles during the team's victory over the Atlanta Falcons. The severity of the injury is yet to be confirmed, but it is feared to be significant. This would be the second Achilles injury for Akers in his career, with the first occurring in 2021. Akers had been serving as a backup to Alexander Mattison and had rushed for 138 yards and one touchdown in six games this season.
- Cam Akers suffered an injury to his left Achilles during the Vikings' game against the Falcons.
- The severity of the injury is yet to be confirmed.
- This would be the second Achilles injury for Akers in his career.
- Akers had been serving as a backup to Alexander Mattison.
- In six games this season, Akers had rushed for 138 yards and one touchdown.
Cam Akers | RB
Injury
- Suffered an injury to his left Achilles.
- Second Achilles injury in his career.
- Had rushed for 138 yards and one touchdown in six games this season.
Alexander Mattison | RB
- Akers had been serving as a backup to Mattison.
Minnesota Vikings
- Akers' injury leaves the Vikings with Mattison as the primary running back.
- Ty Chandler is expected to become Mattison's backup.
Atlanta Falcons
- Lost to the Vikings in the game where Akers got injured.