All offseason, it seemed as though the Minnesota Vikings were set to part ways with their long-time running back, Dalvin Cook. From the moment he underwent shoulder surgery, it signaled a changing of employers and getting healthy for whoever cut his next paycheck. Now, the role is Alexander Mattison’s to hold, but is he ready to carry the load?
It’s Alexander Mattison Time.
Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2017 NFL Draft, Dalvin Cook gave the Minnesota Vikings a succession plan at running back that is often unseen in professional circles. Going from a Hall of Fame talent in Adrian Peterson to someone that would become as productive as Cook was is next to impossible.