'Noles in the Pros: Week 17, Akers stays hot as he battles Samuel Jr.

Week 17 featured former star FSU running back Cam Akers.

The NFL has concluded the second to last regular season week and some 'Noles have been knocked out of playoff contention and others are getting ready for the postseason. Here are how all former FSU players performed during week 17.

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Cam Akers, RB, Rams (5-11)

Akers rushed 19 times for 123 yards and one reception for 10 yards. He has played well since the Rams failed to trade him and has shown promise for his future in the league.

Make it back-to-back 100+ yard outings for @thereal_cam3! 😤 pic.twitter.com/crpjQQgn54

— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) January 2, 2023

Cam The Ram with the big pickup! 🏃‍♂️💨@thereal_cam3 | 📺 @NFLonCBS pic.twitter.com/WBIta3ucin

— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) January 1, 2023

.@thereal_cam3 blocking appreciation post.

📺 @NFLonCBS pic.twitter.com/fO9PKvHu3a

— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) January 1, 2023

Brian Burns, DE, Panthers (6-10)

Burns recorded two solo tackles, three total tackles, a tackle for loss, and a quarterback hit. The Panthers fell to the Buccaneers, 24-30. 

Dalvin Cook, RB, Vikings (12-4)

Cook rushed nine times for 27 yards, two receptions for 17 yards, on three targets and a fumble which was recovered by Minnesota. The Vikings were embarrassed by the Packers, 41-17.

Jalen Ramsey, CB, Rams (5-11)

Ramsey recorded three total tackles, two solo tackles, and a pass defended as the Rams fell to the Chargers, 31-10.

Asante Samuel Jr. DB, Chargers (10-6)

Samuel recorded four solo tackles and six total tackles as the Chargers defeated the Rams, 31-10.

Josh Sweat, DE, Eagles (13-3)

Sweat recorded a tackle early in the game but was taken to a local hospital with a neck injury. It was quickly reported that he had movement in all extremities. The Eagles drop two straight to the Saints, 20-10.

The Eagles say Josh Sweat will be released from the hospital this evening and he has feeling in all his extremities 🙏 pic.twitter.com/lwZ78Zno7O

— John Clark (@JClarkNBCS) January 1, 2023

Thank you for your prayers and support 🙏🏾 I’ll be back this season! #GoBirds

— Josh Sweat (@SweatyJ_9) January 2, 2023

Demarcus Walker, DL, Titans (7-8)

Walker recorded three solo tackles, five total tackles, 0.5 sacks, a tackle for loss, and a quarterback hit. The Titans lost to the Texans, 27-13.

Honorable Mentions:

Mario Edwards Jr. (Titans) recorded three tackles, Derrick Nnadi (Chiefs) recorded one tackle, Graham Gano (Giants) went 1-1 on field goals and 5-5 on extra points. Jameis Winston (Saints) was active but did not play. Cameron Erving (Panthers) played as a reserve, and Bobby Hart (Bills) played as a reserve, Jermaine Johnson (Jets) recorded one tackle and a quarterback hit.

Keir Thomas (Rams) played as a reserve but did not record a stat, Hamsah Nasirildeen (Jets), recorded two tackles, P.J. Williams (Saints) recorded one tackle. Lamarcus Joyner (Jets) recorded two solo tackles.

Inactive/Bye:

Ronald Darby (Broncos), Rodney Hudson (Cardinals), Dustin Hopkins (Chargers). Joshua Kaindoah (Chiefs), Derwin James (Chargers). Lamarcus Joyner (Jets).

Practice Squad:

Roderick Johnson (Eagles), Jashaun Corbin (Giants), Xavier Rhodes (Bills), Derrick Kelly II (Saints), Marvin Wilson (Eagles), Janarius Robinson (Eagles)

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