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Viking Playmaker Finishes Season with Embarrassing Mark

As a rusher, Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison couldn’t find the endzone in 2023 despite 180 rushing attempts.

The stat is mind-boggling and could indicate that Mattison’s brief days as the team’s RB1 are kaput.

Viking Playmaker Finishes Season with Embarrassing Mark

Second-year tailback Ty Chandler earned an enhanced role down the stretch of 2023 and performed prolifically in two games against the Cincinnati Bengals and Detroit Lions. Depending on the outcome of the upcoming offseason, Chandler could be on deck for RB1 duty next season. Otherwise, the Vikings own the 43rd overall pick in April’s draft, prime territory to grab a top halfback out of college.