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Fantasy Alert: Vikings OC Hypes Alex Mattison; 'People Didn't Realize How Good' RB Is

For anyone concerned about how the Minnesota Vikings' offense will fare following the release of Dalvin Cook, they shouldn't be.

The organization certainly isn't.

As a matter of fact, the Vikings are excited about its future with Alexander Mattison leading the backfield after agreeing to a two-year, $7 million contract extension with the the fifth-year running back earlier this offseason.

Offensive coordinator Wes Phillips is ready for the rest of the world to see just how talented the former third-round pick really is.

"He always knows what to do," Phillips said Thursday. "He's very intelligent, as far as our scheme, our system, pass protection.