Dalvin Cook A High-End RB1 Against Raiders

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook is leading the league in rushing through two weeks, carrying 41 times for 265 yards (6.5 YPC) and three touchdowns. His 20.5 attempts/game only trails Marlon Mack, and his three runs of 20 or more yards also lead the NFL. Minnesota has run the highest percentage of run plays […]

Kirk Cousins A Decent QB2 In Week 3

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins is coming off a brutal performance in Week 2, but there's some reason for optimism heading into Week 3. The Raiders have been dreadful against the pass so far, allowing 342.5 yards/game and a 68% completion percentage facing Joe Flacco and Patrick Mahomes. They don't have an imposing pass-rush, either, […]

Minnesota Vikings Defense Subpar In Week 2

The Minnesota Vikings Defense got off to a rough start, allowing Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers to jump out to a quick 21-0 lead in the first quarter. They righted the ship after that, though, holding the Packers scoreless for the rest of the contest. They also notched two sacks, recovered two fumbles, […]

Adam Thielen Sees Team-High Eight Targets

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen had a decent fantasy outing in Week 2, catching five of eight targets for 75 yards in Sunday's 21-16 loss to the Green Bay Packers. Though quarterback Kirk Cousins attempted 32 passes, he only completed 14 of them and had an awful day finding his receivers downfield. The inconsistency from […]

Stefon Diggs Hauls In 45-Yard Touchdown

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs caught just one of his seven targets for a 49-yard touchdown in the third quarter. Though Diggs saw plenty of targets, Kirk Cousins was abysmal all afternoon and the pair were unable to get anything else going on the road against the Packers Defense. Diggs caught another touchdown in […]

Kirk Cousins Totals Three Turnovers In Loss

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins had a brutal game on Sunday, completing 14 of 32 passes (44%) for 230 yards, one passing touchdown and two interceptions on the day. Cousins also fumbled twice (losing one) and appeared rattled all game with terrible decisions and wild overthrows and underthrows serving as the norm for the eighth-year […]

Dalvin Cook Has Huge Game In Week 2

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook rushed 20 times for 154 yards (7.7 YPC) and a touchdown in Sunday's 21-16 loss to the Green Bay Packers. He also caught 3-of-3 targets for 37 yards. Cook's big day included a career-high 75-yard touchdown run in the second quarter as he again looked very explosive and displayed […]

Minnesota Vikings Defense A Top-12 Start In Week 2

The Minnesota Vikings Defense faces off with Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers on the road in Week 2. The Packers and their new head coach Matt LaFleur racked up just 10 points and 213 yards in Week 1's win against the Chicago Bears. They looked out-of-sync all night and are facing a stiff […]

Stefon Diggs In WR2 Territory For Week 2

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs should be viewed as a WR2 ahead of Week 2's matchup against the Green Bay Packers, as he appears fully healthy and figures to see more than the two targets he received in Week 1's run-heavy game. His potential CB-matchups are also favorable (he toasted Jaire Alexander for 8/77/1 […]

Gauging Trust Levels in Cubs’ Starting Pitchers

The Chicago Cubs are currently sitting at 78-68 and in a tie for the second wild-card spot with the Milwaukee Brewers. They're two games ahead of the New York Mets, while the Arizona Diamondbacks and Philadelphia Phillies are still hanging around at 2.5 and 3.5 games back, respectively. With just 16 games remaining, the Cubs […]

Kyle Rudolph An Unappealing TE2 in Week 2

Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph is a touchdown-dependent, low-end TE2 entering Week 2 against the Green Bay Packers. Rudolph was only targeted once and didn't make the catch, though the Vikings only passed 10 times in Week 1 due to game flow. The passing attempts will increase in Week 2, but Rudolph still doesn't […]

Adam Thielen A Top-End WR2 Against Packers

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen had an efficient game in Week 1, catching three of three targets for 43 yards and a receiving touchdown. Thielen had a productive fantasy day despite Kirk Cousins throwing just 10 times, a number that will surely rise against the Packers in Week 2. The Packers Defense looked great […]

Dalvin Cook An RB1 Play In Week 2

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook looked great in Week 1, rushing 21 times for 111 yards and two touchdowns in a dominant 28-12 win over the Atlanta Falcons. He added two receptions for nine yards. Cook finished RB5 in half-PPR leagues, showing off elite explosiveness and vision in the Vikings new zone-blocking scheme. He's […]

Kirk Cousins A Low-End QB2 Against Packers

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins was a fantasy disappointment in Week 1, passing for just 98 yards on a career-low 10 attempts against the Falcons. His low-usage was due to the Vikes being up early, and it's far more likely that Cousins will need to throw more against the Green Bay Packers in Week 2. […]

Kyle Rudolph Not Involved In Week 1

Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph was very quiet on Sunday, failing to haul in his only target in the 28-12 win. The Vikings held an early lead and featured a run-heavy attack all afternoon, which resulted in Kirk Cousins throwing just 10 times for 98 yards in the game. Though Rudolph played every offensive snap, […]

Alexander Mattison Efficient On Limited Touches

Minnesota Vikings rookie running back Alexander Mattison had himself a nice NFL debut, rushing nine times for 49 yards (5.4 YPC) in the Vikings 28-12 win over the Atlanta Falcons. Mattison didn't see any targets, but his nine attempts were an encouraging sign as he operated as Dalvin Cook's backup in a game dominated by […]

Minnesota Vikings Defense Impressive In Debut

The Minnesota Vikings Defense started the 2019 season on a very positive note, registering four sacks, two interceptions, one fumble recovery, and a blocked kick en route to a 28-12 victory against the Atlanta Falcons. Safety Anthony Harris snagged both of the interceptions, and the Vikings had the Falcons under pressure all afternoon. The Vikes […]

Stefon Diggs Quiet In Sunday's Win

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs (hamstring) had a low-key game on Sunday, catching both of his targets for 37 yards in the 28-12 win over the Atlanta Falcons. Quarterback Kirk Cousins only threw 10 times for 98 passing yards, so Diggs' lack of production was more a result of the Vikes commitment to the run […]

Adam Thielen Notches Touchdown In Victory

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen led the receiving corps on Sunday, snagging all three of his targets for 43 yards and the team's only receiving touchdown. Thielen managed to come away from this game with a usable fantasy line despite quarterback Kirk Cousins passing for only 98 yards, which has to be considered a […]

Kirk Cousins Posts Modest Line In Win

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins was 8-for-10 passing for 98 yards and a touchdown on Sunday, adding six carries for four yards and a rushing touchdown. Cousins was not required to throw much - the Vikings got out to an early lead and Dalvin Cook mostly took over from there. However, the 10 passing attempts […]

Dalvin Cook Goes Off Against Falcons

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook had a huge game on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons, rushing 21 times for 111 yards (5.3 YPC) and two rushing touchdowns. He also added two catches for nine yards in the Vikings 28-12 victory. The Vikings offensive line was opening up holes all day for Cook, who routinely […]

Minnesota Vikings Defense Not In Great Week 1 Spot

The Minnesota Vikings Defense have a tough task ahead of them as they take on the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1's tilt. The Falcons, who ranked sixth in yards-per-game and 10th in points-per-game in 2018, have a dangerous offense featuring Matt Ryan, Julio Jones, Calvin Ridley, and a healthy Devonta Freeman. The Vikings have an […]

Kyle Rudolph Not A Recommended Option In Week 1

Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph is not a recommended play against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1's contest. The Falcons, despite being susceptible to the pass, only allowed six tight ends to eclipse 9.8 points in 2018. Rudolph remains the Vikings starting tight end, but rookie Irv Smith Jr. looms as a receiving threat […]

Adam Thielen A Low-End WR1 Against Falcons

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen tied the NFL record for consecutive 100-yard receiving games in 2018, and he'll look to get off to a hot start on Sunday afternoon against the Falcons. Though the Vikings may be looking to feature a more balanced offense this year, Thielen is a great candidate for 8-10 targets […]

Dalvin Cook A Top-Tier RB1 Against Falcons

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook is primed for a big game to start the season, squaring off against an Atlanta Falcons Defense that got absolutely crushed by running backs in 2018. The Falcons allowed 10 top-10 finishes by running backs last year, and have been notorious for allowing tons of receiving yardage to the […]

Stefon Diggs Misses Practice On Wednesday

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs (hamstring) was held out of practice on Wednesday, according to ESPN's Courtney Cronin. Head coach Mike Zimmer said he anticipated he'd play on Sunday, but this is a situation to monitor closely leading up to game day. Diggs, assuming full health, is an upside WR2-play against an Atlanta Falcons […]

Dan Bailey A Decent Option In Week 1

Minnesota Vikings kicker Dan Bailey survived the Kaare Vedvik experiment and remains the team's starter at the position. Bailey had a shaky 2018 season with the Vikes, hitting just 5-of-11 field goals from 40 yards or more and registering a subpar 75% field goal percentage. His career average is 86.6%, but Bailey has been statistically […]

Kirk Cousins Worth A Look As Week 1 Streamer

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins could be a sneaky play in Week 1, squaring off at home against an Atlanta Falcons Defense that was obliterated in 2018. The Falcons defense finished 27th in passing yards allowed per game, which translated to them being the fourth most-favorable matchup for opposing fantasy quarterbacks. They return a few […]

Josh Doctson Signs One-Year Deal With Vikings

The Minnesota Vikings agreed to a one-year deal with former first-rounder Josh Doctson on Monday, filling their wide receiver core after keeping just four at the roster deadline. Doctson, the 22nd pick in the same draft as recently released Laquon Treadwell, hasn't had a great start to his career but did have his best season […]

Alexander Mattison (RB, MIN) - Rookie Running Back Draft Values

BALLER MOVE: Target Around ~130 Overall Current ADP: ~150 ANALYSIS: Latavius Murray is stepping into the Mark Ingram role with the Saints and he's being drafted at RB34. Alexander Mattison, a rookie third-rounder out of Boise State, steps into the Latavius Murray role with the Vikes...but he's RB55? What gives? Latavius Murray finished RB32 (2018) and RB20 […]