Minnesota Vikings running back Cam Akers has torn his left Achilles, according to an MRI. This is the second Achilles injury for Akers in his career, as he previously tore his right Achilles in 2021. Akers underwent the SpeedBridge surgical procedure, which reduced his recovery time to 5.5 months. The Vikings acquired Akers from the Rams in Week 3 to serve as a backup for Alexander Mattison.
- Cam Akers has torn his left Achilles, his second Achilles injury in his career.
- Akers underwent the SpeedBridge surgical procedure to reduce his recovery time.
- The Vikings acquired Akers from the Rams in Week 3 to serve as a backup for Alexander Mattison.
Cam Akers | RB
- Cam Akers has torn his left Achilles, his second Achilles injury in his career.
- Akers underwent the SpeedBridge surgical procedure to reduce his recovery time.
Alexander Mattison | RB
- Alexander Mattison is the starter for the Vikings.
Ty Chandler | RB
- Ty Chandler is likely to become the backup running back for the Vikings.
Minnesota Vikings
- The Vikings acquired Cam Akers from the Rams in Week 3 to serve as a backup for Alexander Mattison.