Acklin was signed by the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent and participated in their 2018 training camp; however, after a hip injury near the end of camp, Acklin was released by the Ravens.[2]
Hamilton Tiger-Cats
On March 20, 2019, Acklin signed with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.[3][4] He participated in both of the Ticats' preseason games, recording 10 receptions for 85 yards.[5][6] Following preseason and training camp, Acklin began the 2019 season on the team's practice roster.[7] Following an injury to Luke Tasker, Acklin was made a starting wide receiver and played in his first professional game on June 22, 2019 against the Toronto Argonauts where he had five catches for 59 yards.[8] He scored his first CFL touchdown on July 4, 2019 against the Montreal Alouettes.[9] Acklin was voted the team nominee for the Most Outstanding Rookie award for the East Division champion Tiger-Cats.[10] Acklin re-signed with the Tiger-Cats on January 2, 2021.[11] He became a free agent upon the expiry of his contract on February 8, 2022.[12]
Ottawa Redblacks
Acklin with the Redblacks in 2023
On February 9, 2022, it was announced that Acklin had signed with the Ottawa Redblacks.[13] Acklin enjoyed a breakout season in 2022 with the Redblacks, despite inconsistent quarterback play he posted career highs in receptions, targets and yards. Acklin missed a few games at the end of the season after suffering head and shoulder injuries after an illegal hit from Montreal Alouettes’ linebacker Micah Awe.[14] Following the season Acklin had a workout with the Denver Broncos of the National Football League (NFL).[15] On May 12, 2023, Acklin signed a two-year contract extension with the Redblacks.[16]
On August 24, 2024, Acklin was forced to leave the game against the BC Lions on a stretcher after he went up for a catch and then crashed awkwardly to the turf. [17] However, On the morning of August 25, 2024, the Redblacks sent out a message on social media saying Acklin had been released from the hospital and all scans were negative. [18]
Acklin is the son of Darin and Tina Acklin. His dad played football at Carthage College. His uncle played football at Missouri and another relative played football at Avila.[19]
In May 2024, Acklin welcomed a daughter into the world with his girlfriend Aynsley Cameron named Poppy Marie.[20] The couple met in 2022 when the Redblacks were in Hamilton for a game. She was a server at Moxie's.[21]
