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sports1 year ago

Raiders Face Injury Challenges as Meyers Returns, O'Connell Sidelined

The Raiders expect wide receiver Jakobi Meyers to play despite an ankle injury, while running back Alexander Mattison is likely to sit out against the Buccaneers. Meyers has been a key player with 59 catches for 676 yards this season, and Mattison is the team's leading rusher with 320 yards. The Raiders are 6.5-point underdogs in today's game.

sports1 year ago

"Raiders Sign Running Back Alexander Mattison, Former Vikings Find New Teams"

The Las Vegas Raiders have been active in free agency, adding Alexander Mattison from the Minnesota Vikings and re-signing Ameer Abdullah while seeing Josh Jacobs depart for the Green Bay Packers. The team also has several other free agents and returners in the running back position, and may look to add through the draft. With the departure of Jacobs, there will be significant change in the running back lineup, with Zamir White likely to take on a starting role and Mattison expected to have a significant role as well.

sports1 year ago

"Raiders Sign RB Alexander Mattison After Josh Jacobs' Departure"

Running back Alexander Mattison has reached a deal with the Las Vegas Raiders after being released by the Minnesota Vikings. He will join Zamir White in the backfield following Josh Jacobs' departure to the Green Bay Packers. Mattison, who spent four seasons as a backup to Dalvin Cook, signed a two-year contract worth up to $7 million. Last season, he started 13 games but only managed 700 yards on the ground without any rushing touchdowns.

sports1 year ago

"Raiders Secure Alexander Mattison as Starting RB Amid Offseason Changes"

The Las Vegas Raiders have signed former Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison, who is expected to compete with Zamir White for carries in the upcoming season. Mattison, who served as Dalvin Cook's backup for four seasons, had a less efficient season as a starter last year. The Vikings replaced Mattison by signing Aaron Jones, who was released from the Green Bay Packers, where Josh Jacobs had been signed prior to Jones' release.

sports1 year ago

"Las Vegas Raiders Sign Former Vikings RB Alexander Mattison in 2024 NFL Free Agency"

The Las Vegas Raiders have signed running back Alexander Mattison, who previously played for the Minnesota Vikings. Mattison, a third-round pick in the 2019 NFL Draft, brings experience and versatility to the Raiders' backfield, having accumulated over 3,000 career yards from scrimmage in his five seasons in the league.

sports1 year ago

"Vikings Release RB Alexander Mattison After Disappointing Season as Starter"

The Minnesota Vikings have informed running back Alexander Mattison of their decision to release him after a disappointing season as their starter, saving $3.3 million in cap space. Mattison struggled to provide a consistent rushing threat, averaging only 3.7 yards per rush and failing to score a touchdown on the ground. With Mattison's departure, the Vikings will be looking for help at the running back position in the upcoming NFL Draft or free agency.

sports1 year ago

Minnesota Vikings to Cut RB Alexander Mattison

The Minnesota Vikings have informed running back Alexander Mattison of their plans to release him after five seasons with the team, saving $3.35 million against their 2024 cap. Mattison, who failed to secure the starting job after Dalvin Cook's departure, started 13 games but only managed 700 rushing yards in the 2023 season. The Vikings are likely to seek additional depth at the running back position in free agency and the draft.

sports1 year ago

"Minnesota Vikings to Release RB Alexander Mattison"

The Minnesota Vikings have decided to release running back Alexander Mattison, who was chosen over Dalvin Cook last year. Mattison had signed a two-year, $7 million deal in 2023, and the Vikings will be on the hook for $2.75 million in fully-guaranteed money. This move opens up opportunities for other running backs on the roster and positions the team to potentially add more options through free agency or the draft.

sports1 year ago

"Vikings Set to Release RB Alexander Mattison"

The Minnesota Vikings are set to release running back Alexander Mattison, saving around $3.35 million in salary cap space ahead of free agency. Mattison, who just finished his fifth season with the team, served as the primary backup to Dalvin Cook before becoming the team's #1 back last season. His departure leaves Ty Chandler as the top back in the Vikings' backfield, with Kene Nwangwu and DeWayne McBride also on the roster. The team may address the running back position in the upcoming NFL Draft.