Tue Sep 16 20:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Vikings Sign Familiar Face Cam Akers Amid Injury Crisis
**Eagan, MN -** The Minnesota Vikings, already reeling from a series of injuries that have plagued them through the first two weeks of the 2025 season, have brought back running back Cam Akers to bolster their depleted backfield. The move comes as veteran Aaron Jones is expected to miss Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals due to a hamstring strain suffered last week, adding to the absence of Ty Chandler, who was injured in Week 1.
With only Jordan Mason and Zavier Scott as healthy running backs on the active roster, the Vikings needed to act quickly. The signing of Akers, who spent part of last season with the team, provides much-needed depth and familiarity with the Vikings’ offensive system.
The news of Akers’ arrival broke in an unusual fashion. A Vikings fan named Adam, who works at Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport, spotted Akers at the airport and shared a selfie with the running back on his anonymous Twitter account, @vikingsman_28. According to Adam, Akers told him “you’re about to break the news,” giving him the go-ahead to share the information before any official announcement. The signing was later confirmed by KSTP (Ch. 5).
Akers previously played 12 games for the Vikings last season, recording 297 rushing yards and one touchdown on 64 carries. He also added 10 receptions for 52 yards and two touchdowns.
Akers is expected to complement Jordan Mason in the backfield, offering a different skillset to the Vikings’ rushing attack. The team hopes that this quick turnaround will help to ease the loss of Aaron Jones and contribute to a much-needed win against the Bengals, especially with Carson Wentz at quarterback.
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