The Minnesota Vikings running back room suffered a significant loss when starter Alexander Mattison exited their Week 14 win over the Las Vegas Raiders with an ankle injury in the third quarter
Mattison was moving the ball effectively, tallying 10 carries for 66 yards before straining his right ankle on Sunday, December 10. Ty Chandler took over lead back duties but couldn’t find the same running room, posting 35 yards on 12 carries. The Vikings are lacking experience without Mattison because Chandler and Kene Nwangwu combined for just six carries in their careers before 2023.
Entering a crucial stretch of the season, Minnesota needs more experience in the running back room if Mattison misses any time. Fortunately, there is a veteran free agent with plenty of experience, especially in the postseason, whom the Vikings should take a look at
Former Kansas City Chiefs running back Darrel Williams, who has nearly 300 carries, a 1,000-yard season and seven career playoff appearances is available for likely a veteran minimum contract.