The Minnesota Vikings had one of the worst rushing attacks in the league in 2023. As of now, Ty Chandler and Alexander Mattison are set to return, but could a bigger name back be the way to help improve the running game in 2024? Some people think so.
In a recent look at possible destinations for top free-agent running backs this offseason, Pro Football Focus’ Brad Spielberger mentioned the Vikings as a possible landing spot for Derrick Henry or Devin Singletary.
Spielberger believes there might be “enough of a buy-low opportunity” for a cap-strapped Vikings front office to take a flyer on either player.
At 30 years old, Henry is the on the wrong side of the age curve for a running back. Henry rushed for 1,167 yards in 2023, seeing his yardage total drop from 1,538 yards in 2022. He’s average between 4.2 and 4.4 yards per carry each of the last three seasons, down from his career
As well as Ty Chandler played in a small sample, it’s clear from the last two years that they desperately need to improve the running game,” Purple Insider’s Matthew Coller told Bring Me The Sports. “The question is whether they think that was an issue with the running backs or scheme or offensive line. There’s no doubt that a better running back would increase the chances of an improved running game but one problem with veteran free agent running backs is that they often
