No player on the Rams offense in 2020 inspired more hope in the second half than rookie running back Cam Akers.
Despite moderately good production and a high DVOA for Darrell Henderson in the first quarter of the season, LA’s need for an explosive running back and a powerful weapon on offense was obvious as the season went on. Akers dealt with an injury beginning in Week 2 and then received only four snaps in Weeks 6-7.
Sean McVay gave Akers 20 snaps in a Week 8 loss to the Dolphins, increasing his reps, but he only gained 88 yards on 24 carries over a three-game stretch.