The veteran running back tried out for the Saints this week at minicamp.
Akers will be competing against a crowded group of running backs that features Alvin Kamara, Kendre Miller, Devin Neal, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Xazavian Vallady, Velus Jones Jr. and Marcus Yarns.
“It’s an opportunity,” Akers told NOF during his tryout. “I get to learn, learn from AK, get to learn the offense from Joel (Thomas). And grow. I’m only 25, still young, still got some tread on the tires. So I’m looking to grow and better myself and also, of course, better this team.”
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