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Rams head coach Sean McVay has confirmed that the team is looking to trade running back Cam Akers. Akers was a healthy scratch in the Rams' recent game against the San Francisco 49ers, and McVay stated that it was a coach's decision made in the best interest of the team. Akers, a 2020 second-round pick, is in the final season of his rookie contract with the Rams. McVay expressed surprise at Akers' confusion about the situation, as he believed there was clear communication between the player and the team. Kyren Williams stepped in as the Rams' lead back in Akers' absence and had a strong performance, scoring two touchdowns and gaining 52 rushing yards.
- Rams head coach Sean McVay has confirmed that the team is looking to trade running back Cam Akers.
- Akers was a healthy scratch in the Rams' recent game against the San Francisco 49ers.
- McVay expressed surprise at Akers' confusion about the situation, as he believed there was clear communication between the player and the team.
- Kyren Williams stepped in as the Rams' lead back in Akers' absence and had a strong performance, scoring two touchdowns and gaining 52 rushing yards.
Cam Akers | RB
- Rams are looking to trade Akers.
- Akers was a healthy scratch in the recent game against the 49ers.
- Akers had 22 carries for 29 yards and a touchdown in the season-opening win.
- Akers is in the final season of his rookie contract with the Rams.
Kyren Williams | RB
Week 2
6 receptions
48 rec yards
1 rec TDs
14 carries
52 rush yards
1 rush TDs
- Williams replaced Akers as the Rams' lead back in the recent game against the 49ers.
- Williams scored two touchdowns and gained 52 rushing yards in the game.
- Williams also caught six passes for 48 yards and a touchdown.