Cam Akers remains inspired by his mother's battle against breast cancer | NFL Crucial Catch

Rams RB Cam Akers finds strength through his mother's battle with cancer.

In recognition of the NFL's Crucial Catch campaign, Los Angeles Rams long snapper Alex Ward tells his touching story of how cancer has impacted his family, influenced who he is today, and why he plays football.

Los Angeles Rams offensive tackle Tremayne Anchrum Jr. is helping children & families battling cancer by bringing "My Chemo Fairy" to Cedars Sinai. Hear Tremayne's story of carrying on his former high school coach's legacy through the program. Crucial Catch is presented by Cedars Sinai. Learn more about Victoria's story on the Cedars-Sinai blog.

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Tutu Atwell and his family share the story of their cousin Tyra, who lost her battle with pancreatic cancer in 2020 and reflect on the way her legacy lives on through them. The family also looks back on the diagnosis of their Great Aunt Harriette as she details her story of survival.

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver DeSean Jackson opens up about his close relationship with his father William Jackson, and details his battle with pancreatic cancer in 2009.

Los Angeles Rams ILB Troy Reeder shares the story of Danny Feltwell, his college football team's "B+ Hero", who survived childhood cancer and has become Reeder's friend turned family.

Rams special teams coordinator John Bonamego didn't let a cancer diagnosis stop him from reaching his dreams.

Rams G Chandler Brewer talks about his battle against non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, and receives a message from his offensive line teammates.

Rams defensive coordinator Brandon Staley is a warrior on and off the football field.