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Around the NFL: Vikings release Mattison

The Vikings released Alexander Mattison yesterday, a move that is anything but surprising. As both a backup and a starter across the past three seasons, he's been one of the league's most ineffective running backs. Minnesota seems to have a better one on the roster in Ty Chandler (pictured).   more »

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Around the NFL: Minnesota Vikings

With the week of practices complete, it doesn’t look like Ty Chandler will be starting for the Vikings. Alexander Mattison was a full participant in practice today, making it look very likely that he’ll be available for his usual duties.  more »

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Aug
31

Vikings to add RB Gaskin

The Minnesota Vikings are expected to sign former Miami Dolphins running back MYLES GASKIN to the active roster this week. Gaskin, 26, was released by Miami earlier this week after fourMore seasons. He was a seventh-round pick in 2019 when Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores was the Dolphins head coach. Gaskin is expected to fit somewhere behind starter ALEXANDER MATTISON and backup TY CHANDLER. Less

Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune

Aug
15

Vikings exploring “potential fit” with free agent RB Hunt

Minnesota head coach Kevin O’Connell said that the Vikings recent visit with free agent running back KAREEM HUNT was about exploring “a potential fit” for the team’s backfield. O’Connell reiterated thatMore that ALEXANDER MATTISON remains the starting running back, adding that he has been having an outstanding camp. O’Connell also gave a vote of confidence for fellow running back TY CHANDLER as the backup. Meanwhile, the 28-year-old Hunt left his visit late last week without a contract. Stay tuned, fantasy owners. Less

Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune

Factoid: Late-round backs

When gambling on a late-round running back, is it better to choose a rookie? Or instead opt for a running back who’s been around for a year? The player with a year of experience, after all, is a year ahead in terms of understanding the offense and the pro game in general.  more »

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Mar
16

Vikings sign Mattison to 2-year deal, Cook on the move?

The Minnesota Vikings re-signed running back ALEXANDER MATTISON on Wednesday to a two-year deal that could be worth as much as $8 million with incentives. Mattison has been a capable backupMore running back over the past four years behind fellow running back DALVIN COOK. Speaking of Cook, he carries a $14 million cap hit this season and there have been rumors that he may be on the trading block. If Cook were to be traded or released (a big “if”), Mattison would likely work as part of a committee with TY CHANDLER, KENE NWANGWU, and potentially a rookie from this year’s draft class. Stay tuned, fantasy owners. Less

Source: Team Blog

Mailbag: December 8, 2022

Ian Allan answers your fantasy football questions. In this edition: stash pickups for 2023. Defenses that could shine in Week 16. Are divisional games lower scoring? Bye week replacements. And more. more »

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Fantasy News: Ty Chandler

There was a report that the Vikings have called around, exploring whether anyone had any interest in Alexander Mattison. It doesn’t surprise me. He’s in a contract year, and the Vikings have other backup options.  more »

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