The Eagles will induct kicker David Akers into the team’s Hall of Fame during the Oct. 23 game against the Redskins. Eagles chairman/CEO Jeffrey Lurie made the announcement at Wednesday’s Taking Flight for Autism fundraiser at Lincoln Financial Field.
“David Akers embodies everything we look for in a player both on and off the field,” Lurie said in a team press release. “He was talented, reliable, tough, and, of course, clutch. He played a major role in the success of this franchise during his time here, but he also loved this city and our fans and he made a tremendous impact in the community. We are proud to enshrine him alongside the greatest figures in Eagles history.”
Akers, the Eagles’ all-time leader in regular-season (188) and postseason games played (19), spent 12 seasons (1999-2010) in Philadelphia. He was part of nine playoff appearances, six division titles, and a trip to Super Bowl XXXIX.
Akers earned five Pro Bowls, the most by any kicker in team history. He also established regular-season and postseason team records in points (1,323; 134) and field goals made (294; 31).
