2. Dalvin Cook, Minnesota Vikings
Cook finished as the second-best running back in fantasy football last season after producing 1,557 yards on 312 carries, 16 rushing touchdowns, 44 receptions for 361 receiving yards and an additional touchdown through the air. The former Florida State bruiser took a huge leap this season and as long as he can remain healthy in the future, he is a sure-fire RB1 in all fantasy formats.
The Vikings’ offense is extremely run-heavy, especially after the departure of Stefon Diggs. Although Minnesota still likes to give Kirk Cousins a chance to haul it down field to Adam Thielen and Justin Jefferson, Cook will continue to see 20-plus touches per game. If he remains healthy, something he struggled to do in college, don’t be surprised if he sneaks atop the leaderboard.
Last season, Cook’s 17 total touchdowns and 1,557 rushing yards ranked second in the NFL. After averaging 20.9 fantasy points per game in 2019, Cook only got better last season, averaging 24.1 fantasy points per game over 14 games. The Vikings’ offense is nothing without the skillset of Cook. Expect Minnesota to ride him to a potential playoff berth.
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