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Analytics expert says Dalvin Cook among most deserving of a new deal

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NFL Network’s Cynthia Frelund believes Dalvin Cook deserves a new contract from the Minnesota Vikings.

When making the argument against the Minnesota Vikings extending running back Dalvin Cook this year, analytics are frequently used to support a claim.

But what about the analytics that point to why the Vikings actually should give Cook an extension? They do exist, however, they’re conveniently ignored so that the narrative about not paying running backs can continue on.

Recently, an actual living, breathing analytics expert used her data to illustrate why Cook is one of the most deserving players in the entire NFL when it comes to getting a new contract.