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RB40 insightsLatest Oct 26, 2026
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PositiveProjectionOct 26, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football - Josh & Hayden
After being benched last week, Akers is expected to be trusted for the rest of the season following coach Harbaugh's praise and embrace post-game. Projected to finish in the 22-24 RB range for the remainder of the season, a significant downgrade from his top-15 fantasy RB status last year, but reflects renewed confidence and opportunity with Tyrone Tracy injured and no other viable backup in the offense. Received credit for carries in Week 7, running through tackles.
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NegativeRoleOct 21, 2026Fantasy Football with Ian Hartitz
Cam Akers has been the best running back on the Giants this year but fumbled four times in the first five weeks, which prompted the coaching staff to bench him; he received zero touches in week 6, indicating a significant loss of role and trust. Akers is ranked RB39 by Ian Hartitz; Hartitz would like to think he can win out down the stretch given how ineffective other Ravens running backs have been, but coach John Harbaugh clearly doesn't think highly of Akers; gave him zero touches in the most recent game; cannot start him even in emergency situations.
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PositiveRoleOct 20, 2026FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast
The source identifies Cam Akers as a hold in a trio with Josh Jacobs and Kyle Monangai. Despite receiving zero touches in week 6, the source expects Akers' touches to increase next week. The source notes that the Giants coaching staff has been vocal about wanting a running back to step up, and while there is openness to using multiple running backs, the source believes Akers is clearly the best running back on the team. The source states that if anyone is going to be the Giants' RB1, it will be Akers or nobody. The source characterizes the zero-touch game as a one-game lesson and expects Akers to return to normal playing time (if not full workload) next week based on how Giants beat reporters are discussing the situation.
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NegativeRoleOct 19, 2026Flock Fantasy
Cam Akers did not touch the ball a single time in Week 7 and was effectively benched, despite Dameon Pierce's recommendation to play him over Najee Harris—a call Pierce describes as his worst ever. Pierce had previously flagged Akers as an avoid pick pre-season due to committee usage concerns and limited receiving involvement. However, Pierce still believes Akers is the most talented back in the Giants committee and expects there's a real possibility they revert to him as lead back next week. Must be rostered despite poor performance, but cannot be trusted to play next week; eventual lead-back role likely but timing uncertain.
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NegativeBustOct 14, 2026Fantasy Football with Ian Hartitz
Ranked RB22 by Ian Hartitz. Hartitz is worried about the potential for an overtime fumble to come back to bite Akers in future usage, despite the fumble not having impacted Naji Harris long-term after his earlier fumble this season. Snap share context: Saquon Barkley's snaps have declined from 77% in week three to 64-63% the last two games, and the Giants have been moving Tyron Tracy and Devin Singleary into the backfield rotation, creating uncertainty around the entire backfield.
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NegativeProjectionOct 12, 2026Fantasy Focus Football
Cam Akers underwhelmed in Week 5 vs. the Commanders despite Express Delivery's bullish outlook heading into the matchup. He touched the ball 15 times but barely cleared 7 fantasy points with just 59 rushing yards and 12 receiving yards. He has only one touchdown all season (Week 1 vs. Dallas) and played 63% of snaps, indicating he is not being utilized the way he was last year. Express Delivery questions whether Akers has become just another touchdown-dependent RB2, noting possible lingering effects from his catastrophic injury and a lack of the explosiveness and strength previously displayed.
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NegativeProjectionSep 30, 2026Underdog Fantasy Football Show
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.'
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PositiveUsageSep 29, 2026RotoWire
The source recommends buying into Cam Akers, citing a significant shift in usage following team injuries. In week three, he recorded 23 touches and 100 scrimmage yards, supported by an elite 80% snap share, 22% target share, and 24% targets per route run. The team's upcoming schedule and offensive line play suggest he could finish as a top-15 running back or even an RB1. The source notes that the team's effort to ramp up Najee Harris is a positive for Akers, as it helps prevent him from taking on too many hits, aiding his long-term durability.
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