52. Los Angeles Rams
Cam Akers | RB | Florida State
After the Rams cut Todd Gurley, it was only a matter of time before they found his replacement in this year’s draft. Yes, they spent a high pick last year on Darrell Henderson, but one back is never enough in today’s NFL.
Akers is a complete back who did more with less than just about any other runner in college football throughout his career. Florida State’s offensive line was abysmal, and yet Akers still managed to flash the skill set that made him one of the nation’s top recruits coming out of high school.
There may have been more glaring needs elsewhere for a team that didn’t have a first-round pick, but Akers is a dynamic playmaker who will make an immediate impact in Sean McVay’s offense.