There are four good reasons for the Vikings to keep No. 4.
There are four good reasons to let Dalvin Cook go.
Fans may value the former.
The new brain trust is likely to value the latter.
Reasons the Vikings should keep their star running back:
- He played in all 17 games last season after never before playing in more than 14. Maybe he has learned how to protect himself. Maybe the Vikings limiting his usage kept him healthier.
- Cook balances the offense. Kevin O'Connell needs a way to keep defenses honest as they key on receiver Justin Jefferson.