Win overshadows another strange second half for Vikings
The Vikings scored on their first three possessions and held a 13-3 lead at home Sunday against the winless LionsOCTOBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
AMEER ABDULLAH #8 - RUNNING BACK - LAS VEGAS RAIDERS
82 YDS •
17 ATT •
1 TD
82 YDS
17 ATT
1 TD
Cousins, Vikings cruise 30-17, end skid vs. Seahawks
The Minnesota Vikings accelerated past Seattle 30-17 for their first win over the Seahawks in 12 yearsSEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Drops to practice squad The Vikings released Abdullah and signed him to the practice squad Tuesday.
Impact The Vikings are keeping Abdullah close because they only have two running backs -- Dalvin Cook and Alexander Mattison -- on their active roster. Through two games, Abdullah has recorded 19 yards on three touches.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Vikings Sign Sean Mannion, Waive Ameer Abdullah Minnesota Vikings Latest News
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • VIKINGS.COM
Signed to active roster Abdullah signed a contract with the Vikings on Saturday.
Impact Abdullah actually played a crucial role in the Week 1 contetst, registering as many snaps as nominal backup Alexander Mattison, but saw just three total touches in the contest. Practice squad callup rules would have forced the Vikings to officially sign Abdullah to the active roster as soon as next week had they elevated him a second time, so this designation isn't exactly surprising.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Vikings plan to elevate QB Sean Mannion, RB Ameer Abdullah from practice squad to active roster The Vikings plan to elevate QB Sean Mannion and RB Ameer Abdullah for the second week in a row.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Three touches Sunday Abdullah had one carry for four yards and two receptions for 15 yards on two targets in Sunday's loss at Cincinnati.
Impact Abdullah played as many snaps as Alexander Mattison behind starter Dalvin Cook. It looks like Abdullah will be in the third-down running back mix, but Cook will still dominate the touches. Abdullah may be moved up and down from the practice squad in a transaction scheme all season to save an active roster spot, but it looks like he'll have a small but steady role on offense and important role on special teams.
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jumps up to active roster Abdullah was elevated to the Vikings' active roster Saturday, independent NFL journalist Aaron Wilson reports.
Impact The Vikings previously had just two active running backs on the roster in form of Dalvin Cook and Alexander Mattison, so this move makes complete sense. The veteran castoff has been primarily a special teams player over the past two seasons, accumulating over 500 snaps combined since 2019.
SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Remains with Minneosta Abdullah signed to the Vikings' practice squad Wednesday, Craig Peters of the team's official site reports.
Impact Abdullah was cut by the Vikings on Tuesday but will stick around the organization on the practice squad. The 28-year-old could join the 53-man roster ahead of Week 1 since Dalvin Cook and Alexander Mattison are the only running backs currently on the roster.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Vikings TE Smith likely done for season after knee surgery
The Minnesota Vikings are bracing for a season-long absence for on-the-rise tight end Irv Smith Jr., after knee surgery for a torn meniscusSEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Exits Minnesota Abdullah was released by the Vikings on Tuesday.
Impact Abdullah was competing with Kene Nwangwu (knee) for the No. 3 running back role behind Dalvin Cook and Alexander Mattison. It looks like he ultimately got beat out for the job. The seventh-year running back suited up for 42 games with Minnesota over the previous three seasons.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Early returns: Rookie Smith-Marsette gives Vikings a spark
Rookie Ihmir Smith-Marsette has given the Minnesota Vikings a spark on special teamsAUGUST 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Totals 41 yards Abdullah rushed the ball five times for 29 yards in Saturday's preseason contest against Denver. He added two receptions for 12 yards.
Impact Abdullah was the team's first back on the field with both Dalvin Cook and Alexander Mattison held out of the game. He didn't carry a heavy workload but broke off gains of nine and 12 yards to account for the majority of his production. Abdullah figures to have the inside track for the third position on the running back depth chart, though he'll have to hold off Kene Nwangwu (knee) and A.J. Rose.
AUGUST 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Vikings maintain depth by re-signing RB Ameer Abdullah MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings re-signed running back Ameer Abdullah on Wednesday, maintaining their depth behind two-time Pro Bow...
MARCH 24, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM
Vikings maintain depth by re-signing RB Ameer Abdullah The Minnesota Vikings re-signed running back Ameer Abdullah on Wednesday, maintaining their depth behind two-time Pro Bowl pick Dalvin Cook.
MARCH 24, 2021 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM
Vikings maintain depth by re-signing RB Ameer Abdullah
The Minnesota Vikings have re-signed running back Ameer AbdullahMARCH 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vikings re-sign running back Ameer Abdullah Ameer Abdullah is returning for a fourth season with the Vikings. The Vikings announced the signing Wednesday of the 27-year-old running bac...
MARCH 24, 2021 • TWINCITIES.COM
Vikings to re-sign RB Ameer Abdullah Running back Ameer Abdullah reportedly will be return for a fourth season with the Vikings. ESPN reported Wednesday that the running back wi...
MARCH 24, 2021 • TWINCITIES.COM
Staying with Vikes Abdullah agreed to a contract Wednesday with Minnesota, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Impact The 2015 second-round pick never panned out as a lead ballcarrier, but he's carved out a six-year career to this point by living on special teams. He's played only 212 offensive snaps in 39 career games for the Vikings, taking 55 touches for 313 yards and three touchdowns. Abdullah will likely enter training camp as Minnesota's third or fourth running back, but he could be the top option for kick returns.
MARCH 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Has 16 touches in 2020 Abdullah ended his 2020 season carrying the ball eight times for 42 yards and catching eight of his nine targets for 58 yards in 16 games. He also had two touchdown receptions
Impact Abdullah hasn't been a fantasy asset since 2017 with the Lions. In three seasons since then between Detroit and Minnesota, he has 58 touches in 42 games. With Dalvin Cook and Alexander Mattison ahead of him on the depth chart, the 27-year-old Abdullah wasn't a vital part of the Vikings' ground attack. Abdullah, an unrestricted free agent once again, won't be much more than a depth option wherever he lands.
FEBRUARY 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Vikings' mesh frees up Ameer Abdullah for TD vs. RB's old team Minnesota Vikings' mesh frees up Ameer Abdullah for touchdown vs. the running back's old team.
JANUARY 3, 2021 • NFL.COM
No offensive touches Abdullah returned one kickoff for 30 yards during Sunday's 33-27 loss to the Bears.
Impact The 27-year-old had eight offensive touches over the previous two contests, but he played only one offensive snap with the return of Alexander Mattison Sunday. However, Mattison suffered a concussion, so Abdullah could return to a minor offensive role down the stretch.
DECEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Water Break with Ameer Abdullah Minnesota Vikings Latest News
DECEMBER 16, 2020 • VIKINGS.COM
Gets five touches Sunday Abdullah had three carries for 11 yards and two receptions for ten yards in Sunday's loss at Tampa Bay.
Impact Abdullah continues to get more work with Alexander Mattison (abdomen) out, but neither he nor Mike Boone (four snaps) are getting enough touches for viable fantasy value in most formats. Dalvin Cook continues to get almost all the work (22 carries, two receptions and played on 54 of the offense's 79 snaps) as the starting running back.
DECEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Generates 29 yards from scrimmage Abdullah rushed twice for 11 yards and caught his lone target for 18 yards in Sunday's 27-24 overtime win against the Jaguars.
Impact With Alexander Mattison (abdomen) out, Abdullah handled just four snaps on offense, while Mike Boone played just two. Dalvin Cook simply absorbed Mattison's workload and finished with 38 touches and an 87 percent snap share. In turn, Abdullah can't be trusted as a fantasy player unless both Cook and Mattison are sidelined.
DECEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
