Seahawks sign Cam Akers

The Seattle Seahawks have signed veteran running back Cam Akers, who previously played three games for the Vikings this season and has a total of 56 appearances in the NFL with the Vikings, Texans, and Rams. Additionally, safety Quandre Diggs has been added to the practice squad; Diggs originally began his career with the Seahawks. The team also elevated cornerback Shaquill Griffin and linebacker Patrick O’Connell to the 53-man roster, waiving cornerback Darion Kendrick and placing linebacker Chazz Surratt on injured reserve as corresponding moves. Running back Myles Gaskin and wide receiver Jimmy Holliday have joined Diggs on the practice squad, while tackle Logan Brown was released. Furthermore, the Seahawks designated defensive end Rylie Mills, a 2025 fifth-round pick, for return from injured reserve.