Moreover, rookie Ty Chandler cannot be ruled out of the mix for RB2. Ergo, if the Vikings utilize Nwangwu, it will be new and indeed an O’Connell-driven strategy.
Klint Kubiak dialed Nwangwu’s number for handoffs 13 times, resulting in 61 yards - for a notable 4.7 yards per carry. The Zimmer version of the Vikings didn’t do much with Nwangwu as a running back, though. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports Minnesota Vikings running back Kene Nwangwu (26) catches a pass in drills at OTA at TCO Performance Center. Mattison isn’t incapable of catching passes - he just hasn’t done much of the task through three seasons, nor have the Vikings requested the skillset from the man.ĭuring Nwangu’s rookie season, he rose to prominence for two reasons a) He possesses Tyreek Hill-like speed b) The Iowa State alumnus took two kick returns back for touchdowns. Yet, as Minnesota’s offense transitions to pass-happiness, Mattison could be the odd man out, particularly because, as Allen mentioned, the running backs may be showcased as pass-catchers. Mattison is a bowling ball that can jump over defenders’ craniums. Cook is a powerful slasher who can catch passes out of the backfield. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sportsįor three seasons, Mattison has been a complimentary back to Dalvin Cook. If Kene can catch passes, then he can usurp Alexander.” Santa Clara, California, USA Minnesota Vikings running back Kene Nwangwu.
So Alex doesn’t roll in and go like, Oh, I know that play. On the Vikings YouTube channel last week, Allen opined, “Mattison would be prohibitively favored, but everything is new. While Allen doesn’t suggest a Mattison release from the roster, he does foresee second-year speedster Kene Nwangwu possibly seizing the RB2 role.
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