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Alexander Mattison is a fantasy football waiver wire pickup option for running backs. Target him as a free agent add off waivers for Week 3 of the 2021 NFL season.
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ANALYSIS: If you have selected Dalvin Cook near the onset of your drafts at any point since 2018, then you may have opted to protect your investment through the addition of Mattison. The motivation for including Cook’s direct backup on rosters has been sustained due to the potential for Mattison to quickly ascend into Minnesota’s lead-back responsibilities if Cook would be absent for any reason. That would also place Mattison in a position to accrue sizable numbers if that scenario would occur.
Cook departed Minnesota’s lineup on two different occasions in Week 2 after contending with an ankle issue, then returned from each temporary absence. But the fluctuating sequence provided a range of emotions that were largely uncomfortable for anyone who has failed to handcuff Cook with Mattison. However, the level of distress was less severe for anyone who had. Mattison remains available in over 60% of all leagues. If you are depending on Cook as the foundation of your roster, it is highly recommended that you shield your team from the full effect of any potential Cook absence by adding Mattison. The third-year back has been effective when given the opportunity as he holds a 4.5 yards per carry average in his career and popped for 136 and 145 yards in two spot starts for Cook last season.
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