Just 1 Hour After Being Cut by the Seahawks, the “Cornerstone” Who Led Rams to a Super Bowl Title Expresses Desire to Join the Saints – Ready to Restructure Contract Just to Lead New Orleans Back to Super Bowl Contention

The NFL moves fast, but few stories shifted momentum as dramatically as what unfolded Thursday afternoon with Cam Akers. Just one hour after being released by the Seattle Seahawks, the former Super Bowl–winning running back stunned the league by publicly declaring his desire to join the New Orleans Saints — and more remarkably, his willingness to restructure his contract simply for the chance to help push the franchise back into the Super Bowl conversation.

Akers, once viewed as a driving force behind the Los Angeles Rams’ championship run, had hoped to reboot his career in Seattle. But injuries and a crowded backfield prevented him from seeing the field before the Seahawks made their roster decision. The shock didn’t come from the release itself — but from what Akers said afterward.

Instead of disappointment or frustration, Akers delivered a message filled with conviction, humility, and a revived sense of purpose.

“If New Orleans wants me, I’m willing to restructure my contract and start from zero. Whatever it takes to spark this fight and build toward that Super Bowl dream. This fanbase deserves a warrior. This young core is READY to explode. And I’m not done fighting for rings with the Who Dat Nation.”

His words instantly lit up New Orleans. Saints fans took to social media urging the front office to bring Akers in, arguing that his championship experience, toughness, and explosive play style are exactly what the team has been missing. With injuries and inconsistency plaguing the Saints’ backfield this season, the appeal of adding a proven playoff performer is stronger than ever.

Sources around the league say New Orleans has quietly explored adding a veteran running back to stabilize its offense for the stretch run. Akers — with postseason pedigree, big-play ability, and a relentless mentality — fits that need almost too perfectly.

The Saints now stand at a pivotal point in their NFC journey, with every remaining game carrying heightened stakes. In that context, Akers’ message isn’t just a plea for opportunity — it’s a declaration of belief, both in himself and in what New Orleans can still accomplish.

The Seahawks may have parted ways with Cam Akers.
But the Super Bowl dream clearly hasn’t parted ways with him —
and he believes that the path back to glory might begin in New Orleans.