ALEXANDER MATTISON NEWS

Present for practice Mattison (appendectomy) went through stretches and individual drills during the open portion of Thursday's practice, Eric Smith of the Vikings' official site reports.

Impact Mattison's appearance at practice is his first since Dec. 4, as he required an emergency appendectomy a day later. The extent of the running back's participation Thursday won't be known until the Vikings release their second Week 15 practice report later in the day, but his presence on the field at least gives him an outside chance at returning from a two-game absence Sunday against the Bears.

DECEMBER 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not practice yet Mattison (illness) didn't practice Wednesday.

Impact Mattison underwent an appendectomy Dec. 5 and has missed two games in the process. Thus, it's no surprise he's unable to practice roughly a week and a half later. While Mattison has been sidelined, fellow backs Ameer Abdullah, Mike Boone and C.J. Ham have combined for 16 touches behind clear bell cow Dalvin Cook, who accrued a whopping 62.

DECEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Colts have left tackle Castonzo, LB Okereke vs. Raiders

Indianapolis left tackle Anthony Castonzo and starting linebacker Bobby Okereke are both active for the Colts’ visit to the Las Vegas Raiders

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't return this week Mattison (appendectomy) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay.

Impact Mike Boone and Ameer Abdullah will be on hand for the tiny share of backfield work that doesn't go to Dalvin Cook, while Mattison will miss a second straight game after his Dec. 5 appendectomy.

DECEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings list Eric Kendricks, Alexander Mattison as out, Kyle Rudolph doubtful Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph seems determined to want to keep his consecutive games played streak alive. The Vikings on Friday listed Rudo...

DECEMBER 11, 2020 • TWINCITIES.COM

Still sidelined Thursday Mattison (appendectomy) didn't practice Thursday, Andrew Krammer of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Impact Mattison sat out the Vikings' Week 13 win over the Jaguars after undergoing appendix surgery this past Saturday. Following back-to-back missed practices Wednesday and Thursday, we'd be surprised if he ends up backing up Dalvin Cook on Sunday against the Buccaneers.

DECEMBER 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Jefferson's rookie season stacks up with the best, even Moss

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DECEMBER 7, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vikings outlast error-prone Jags 27-24 on Bailey's OT kick

Dan Bailey kicked a 23-yard field goal with 1:49 left in overtime that lifted the Minnesota Vikings to a 27-24 victory over Jacksonville

DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

QB Jones inactive for Giants; McCoy to start at Seattle

The New York Giants will be without starting quarterback Daniel Jones for Sunday’s game against the Seattle Seahawks

DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vikings RB Alexander Mattison out Sunday after appendicitis surgery, TE Brandon Dillon, DE Eddie Yarbrough elevated Dillon would add depth due to tight end Irv Smith Jr. being out and Yarbrough would add depth with rookie defensive end D.J. Wonnum out.

DECEMBER 6, 2020 • TWINCITIES.COM

Has successful appendectomy Mattison underwent a successful appendectomy Saturday and has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Jaguars, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Impact Mattison's absence could be extended beyond Week 13. Browns tight end Austin Hooper notably missed two games earlier this season after undergoing an appendectomy. A more definitive timeline should be revealed when the Vikings start practicing during the upcoming week. For Sunday's matchup against the Jaguars, Mike Boone and Ameer Abdullah figure to see more work behind lead back Dalvin Cook.

DECEMBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 5, 2020 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Surprisingly ruled out Mattison (illness) will not play in Sunday's matchup against the Jaguars, Ben Goessling of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Impact Mattison has only played 22 snaps across the last three weeks, but this injury could test the Vikings' depth at running back, particularly with Dalvin Cook (ankle) a bit banged up throughout practice all week. Expect to see a little bit of Mike Boone and Ameer Abdullah in an effort to spell Minnesota's top back.

DECEMBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 3, 2020 • VIKINGS.COM

Just two carries Sunday Mattison had two carries for six yards in Sunday's win over Carolina.

Impact Mattison played 12 snaps on offense as he was used on a series when Dalvin Cook was briefly sidelined with a sore ankle. Earlier in the season, it looked like he'd get a decent number of carries to take the load off Cook. However, Cook has received nearly every touch out of the backfield the last three games.

DECEMBER 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 29, 2020 • FANDUEL.COM

Just one carry Sunday Mattison had one carry for six yards in Sunday's loss to Dallas.

Impact Mattison played just six snaps on offense. He's had just three carries the last two weeks, and just 18 carries the past four weeks. Earlier in the season it looked like he'd get a decent number of carries to take the load off starter Dalvin Cook. However, Cook has received nearly every touch out of the backfield the last four games.

NOVEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Takes back seat to Cook on MNF Mattison registered four rushing yards on two carries during Monday night's 19-13 win against the Bears.

Impact During a contest in which neither team led by more than six points at any juncture of the game, Dalvin Cook expectedly shouldered the bulk of the workload, fielding 30 of 32 running back carries and 94.4 percent of the overall RB touches on the night. An approaching Week 11 matchup against the Cowboys' 31st-ranked rush defense would provide opportunities to Mattison in a scenario where the game gets out of hand, and Cook ultimately yields second-half carries to the backup. Mattison was able to rack up 69 rushing yards on 12 attempts during a 14-point win over Detroit in Week 9.

NOVEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 11, 2020 • VIKINGS.COM

Gets work in blowout Mattison carried the ball 12 times for 69 yards in Week 9 against Detroit.

Impact Mattison got only two carries prior to the fourth quarter, when the Vikings were up 34-13. However, he helped to close out the game, picking up chunk gains of 14, 18 and 18 yards on the team's final possession. It's difficult to count on that type of game script on a weekly basis, meaning Mattison is trustworthy only if Dalvin Cook is forced to miss additional game action.

NOVEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Non-factor with Cook back Mattison rushed three times for eight yards and wasn't targeted in the passing game in Sunday's 28-22 win over Green Bay.

Impact Mattison was a non-factor as Dalvin Cook (groin) returned from injury and rumbled for 229 scrimmage yards and four touchdowns. Cook should handle a workhorse role as long as he's healthy, relegating Mattison to change-of-pace duties against the Lions in Week 9 and beyond.

NOVEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 29, 2020 • PRESSBOXONLINE.COM

Week 6 Vikings spotlight: Alexander Mattison Follow the StarTribune for the news, photos and videos from the Twin Cities and beyond.

OCTOBER 19, 2020 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Shut down by Falcons front Mattison registered 26 rushing yards on 10 carries, also catching one of two targets for four receiving yards during Sunday's 40-23 loss to the Falcons.

Impact Game script worked against Mattison heavily in this one, with the Vikings falling into a 20-0 deficit by the halftime break. The 22-year-old back got out to a hot start with seven yards on his first rush attempt of the day, but his other seven first-half carries yielded a total of only 19 yards. Mattison was explosive in relief of Dalvin Cook (groin) last Sunday night against the Seahawks, gaining 136 scrimmage yards on 23 touches while posting a 5.6 yards-per-carry average. His fantasy utility may be diminished in the near future, as NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports that Cook has an extremely strong chance to return following Minnesota's Week 7 bye.

OCTOBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

In line for lead role Mattison will be the Vikings' No. 1 running back Sunday against the Falcons with Dalvin Cook (groin) sidelined for the contest, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports...

Impact The Vikings made the expected move and formally ruled out Cook, who suffered an adductor strain Week 5 in Seattle. Prior to his departure in the third quarter, he had 22 touches, and he also averaged 20.5 touches through the first four games of the campaign. By the end of this past Sunday's 27-26 loss, Mattison himself racked up 23 touches for 136 yards from scrimmage, so he seems poised to handle a significant workload this weekend. As a result, he seems like a great bet to produce versus an Atlanta defense that has given up 139 total yards per game to running backs in 2020. Mattison's opportunity may be short-lived with a Week 7 bye on tap.

OCTOBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE