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Underdog Fantasy Football Show fantasy football takes on Cam Akers
Every source-backed podcast insight STACKED has extracted from Underdog Fantasy Football Show about Cam Akers.
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All Underdog Fantasy Football Show insights about Cam Akers
NegativeProjectionSep 30, 2026
Cam Akers is the first B-tier running back against the Cardinals. The Giants are projected for only 21 points (bottom third of the NFL), and Akers is averaging RB 21 in points per game through three weeks. Over the last two games, his reception totals have returned to rookie-season levels. With Devin Singletary healthy but scratched, the source views this as a net win for Akers. He's been RB 8 in expected points over the last two weeks and was a top-12 player in expected points last year. The source compares him favorably to Ashton Gentry—similar team totals, likely to catch three passes, and get most goal-line work—and suggests he's 'maybe like a little bit of an underrated RB two right now.'PositiveUsageSep 17, 2026
Akers is expected to receive 15 touches regardless of game script. Travis A-chan notes he ran hard and well in Week 1. The primary question is his involvement in the passing game; if he catches passes, he has RB12 upside, but he could finish as an RB21 if he remains strictly a runner.NegativeUsageSep 16, 2026
Cam Akers received 18 carries but notably had zero targets, which Matt Harmon identifies as a concern given his history of receiving work. While Harmon expects him to remain the primary back and goal-line option, he likely won't reach his previous top-12 per-game status and should be viewed as a low-end RB2.NegativeRoleAug 31, 2026
Cam Akers faces a crowded four-person backfield in New York, making his outlook volatile. While he remains the primary goal-line back and a pass-catcher, the addition of Najee Harris creates a potential thorn in his side. He is a risky pick who needs to prove he is the clear lead back to reach his RB10 ceiling.PositiveValueAug 24, 2026
Despite the addition of Najee Harris, the source remains optimistic about Cam Akers as the Giants' RB1. He is valued for his goal-line role and pass-catching ability, with the source noting he has RB10 upside if he stays healthy and the offensive line performs.PositiveProjectionAug 19, 2026
Ranked ahead of DeAndre Swift; moved down half a round from initial ranking; finished RB10 in full PPR last year despite not being the starter in week one; caught 3 passes per game last year; showed sharp cutting and running ability in preseason despite coming off injury, appearing ahead of schedule and on pace to hold down the role.