Rams bench Akers, expected to trade him as Kyren Williams takes over starting RB role
- Akers was a healthy scratch against the 49ers and expressed confusion about the situation.
- McVay confirmed the Rams have discussed trading Akers with multiple teams.
- Williams performed well as Akers' replacement, scoring 2 touchdowns against the 49ers.
- Akers had a rocky history with the Rams, previously requesting a trade and briefly leaving the team.
- McVay said the decision to bench Akers was in the best interest of the team.
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