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Cam Akers Hits 32-Yard TD on Trick Play in London as Carson Wentz Leaves With Shoulder Issue

The running back's first NFL completion also stands as Minnesota's longest touchdown pass this season.

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Minnesota Vikings running back Cam Akers runs onto the field ahead of Browns game
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Max Brosmer (12) hands off to running back Cam Akers (31) in the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 3 game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Cincinnati Bengals at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025. The Vikings won, 48-10.
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Overview

  • The score came on a direct snap with 2:37 left in the first quarter, with Akers rolling right and finding a wide-open Josh Oliver.
  • The touchdown provided Minnesota's first points and the extra point tied it 7-7, and Cleveland led 10-7 at halftime.
  • Carson Wentz started for injured J.J. McCarthy and exited late in the second quarter with a shoulder issue, heading to the locker room.
  • Akers, a former high school quarterback, entered the day with minimal usage this season before delivering the throw.
  • The London matchup pitted the 2-2 Vikings against the 1-3 Browns in the NFL International Series, with Cleveland starting Dillon Gabriel over Joe Flacco.