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Seahawks Elevate Running Backs Cam Akers, Velus Jones for Super Bowl LX
Seattle adds depth at running back with Charbonnet injured ahead of big game.
Published on Feb. 7, 2026
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The Seattle Seahawks have elevated running backs Cam Akers and Velus Jones Jr. from their practice squad to the active roster for Super Bowl LX against the New England Patriots. With starting running back Zach Charbonnet out due to a knee injury, the Seahawks want to ensure they have sufficient depth in the backfield for the big game.
Why it matters
The Seahawks' running game is a key part of their offensive strategy, so having additional options at that position could be crucial in their quest to win the Super Bowl. Akers and Jones provide experienced depth behind lead back Kenneth Walker III.
The details
Akers, who has Super Bowl experience from his time with the Los Angeles Rams, has not carried the ball for the Seahawks this season. Jones was most recently active for Seattle in their divisional round win over the 49ers, rushing 6 times for 10 yards. With Charbonnet sidelined, the Seahawks want to make sure they have enough options to effectively run the ball against the Patriots' defense.
- The Seahawks elevated Akers and Jones to the active roster on February 7, 2026, ahead of Super Bowl LX on February 9, 2026.
The players
Cam Akers
A running back on the Seahawks' practice squad who has Super Bowl experience from his time with the Los Angeles Rams.
Velus Jones Jr.
A running back on the Seahawks' practice squad who was most recently active for Seattle in their divisional round win over the 49ers.
Zach Charbonnet
The Seahawks' starting running back who is out for the Super Bowl due to a knee injury.
Kenneth Walker III
The Seahawks' lead running back who will start in the Super Bowl.
George Holani
The Seahawks' backup running back who will spell Kenneth Walker III in the Super Bowl.
What’s next
The Seahawks will look to utilize their running back depth effectively in Super Bowl LX against the New England Patriots on February 9, 2026.
The takeaway
The Seahawks' decision to elevate Cam Akers and Velus Jones Jr. to the active roster demonstrates their commitment to having a strong running game plan for the Super Bowl, especially with their starting running back Zach Charbonnet sidelined due to injury.
