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Vikings RB Alexander Mattison Reflects on Replacing Dalvin Cook

Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison has been waiting for this moment.

When training camp kicks off in three weeks, Mattison will take the lead back role in place of star running back Dalvin Cook, whom the Vikings released on June 9. Mattison, a third-round NFL Draft pick in 2019, relishes his opportunity as the leader for the first time since his college days at Boise State.

Alexander Mattison / Kirk Cousins
Jan 3, 2021; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison (25) celebrates his touchdown with center Garrett Bradbury (L) and quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) against the Detroit Lions during the third quarter at Ford Field.