Let's Go Places on the Recruiting Trail: Cam Akers, Clinton RB

Cam Akers, a star high school football player from Clinton, Mississippi, had an extraordinary 2016 season, leading his team to a state championship with an astounding 65 touchdowns and over 5,000 yards of offense as the senior quarterback. Despite his individual achievements, Cam remains humble and gives credit to his team and community for their unwavering support. Standing at 5'11" and weighing 210 pounds, Cam is now transitioning to the running back position in college, where top recruiting sites have ranked him among the best in the class of 2017. He attributes his success to his experience as a quarterback, which has made him a smarter player, teaching him how to read coverages and linebackers. Cam has been recognized as the US Army National Player of the Year and is now enrolled at Florida State University, ready to leave his mark on the 2017 football season. With the departure of the NFL-bound Dalvin Cook, Cam is eagerly poised to compete for carries and make a name for himself in the Florida State team. Welcome to a video highlighting the incredible journey of Cam Akers, the talented football prodigy from Clinton, Mississippi. With an exceptional 2016 season, leading his team to a state championship, Cam's performance as a senior quarterback was nothing short of remarkable, scoring 65 touchdowns and amassing over 5,000 offensive yards. Despite his outstanding achievements, Cam remains grounded and acknowledges the vital role played by his team and community in his success. Now, at Florida State University, Cam is making a transition to the running back position, emerging as one of the top recruits in the class of 2017. With his experience as a quarterback, Cam brings a unique strategic advantage, enabling him to read coverages and linebackers and making him a smarter player overall. Recognized as the US Army National Player of the Year, Cam's enrollment at Florida State is poised to inject excitement into the 2017 football season. As he competes for carries, Cam is ready to step up and create his own legacy, following in the footsteps of his predecessor, Dalvin Cook, who has moved on to the NFL. Join us as we delve into the journey of this remarkable athlete and witness the determination and grit that set him apart.