The Minnesota Vikings officially released running back Alexander Mattison on Monday, a move that will save the team $3.35 million in salary cap space.
The Denver Broncos won’t break down the door to sign Mattison, but they might be a team to watch as the running back considers his free agent options.
Broncos general manager George Paton was serving as Minnesota’s assistant general manager and vice president of player personnel when the Vikings used a third-round pick to select Mattison in the 2019 NFL draft.
That’s not to say Paton will go out of his way to sign Mattison now, but it is a connection worth noting. The 25-year-old running back rushed for 2,370 yards and 11 touchdowns in 75 games (19 starts) in Minnesota. He also totaled 718 receiving yards and six scores.
Denver has Javonte Williams, Samaje Perine, Jaleel McLaughlin and Tyler Badie set to return in 2024, but the team could use another RB. The Broncos could draft a cheaper running back in April, but if the price is right, Mattison might be a candidate to reunite with Paton.
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