Shortly after the Minnesota Vikings cut ties with franchise legend Adrian Peterson, rumors began flying around regarding the team’s uncertain future at the running back position. Most notably, several reports emerged tying the Vikings to free agent running back Latavius Murray.
On the surface, the move makes some sense, as the former Raiders running back would clearly upgrade Minnesota’s position group, bringing a good deal of production and experience to the table. In a somewhat injury-riddled season for the Oakland Raiders last year, Murray rushed 195 times for 788 yards and 12 touchdowns while adding 33 receptions for 264 yards in the passing game.