The Texans are trading RB Cam Akers to the Vikings for a swap of conditional Day 3 draft picks in 2026, with Houston sending Akers and a conditional seventh-rounder to Minnesota for a conditional sixth-rounder, as reported by NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. The move is seen as a depth addition for the Vikings, with Akers having familiarity with the system from his time under Kevin O’Connell in Los Angeles and joining a backfield that includes Aaron Jones, Ty Chandler, and Myles Gaskin. Akers may have a chance to make an impact in fantasy football if injuries occur to Jones or Chandler, but for now, he is not expected to be a major factor.
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Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. had a strong performance in Week 18, catching seven of 11 targets for 103 yards in a loss to the Colts. Thomas concludes his rookie season with impressive stats, totaling 87 receptions for 1,282 yards and 10 touchdowns. Despite the impending coaching changes in Jacksonville, Thomas is projected to be a top-ten fantasy WR in 2025, establishing himself as the future WR1 for the team. Full Article
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