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Alexander Mattison had 18 carries but was limited to 44 yards, averaging just 2.4 yards per carry. Despite not finding the end zone, Mattison’s volume of carries allowed the Vikings to maintain possession and control the clock. Mattison dominated the backfield with a 79% snap share.
Additionally, Mattison was involved in the passing game, catching 4 passes for 28 yards on a whopping 7 targets. Owned all the routes. 23% Target share.
Cam Akers had just one carry and one target. Lowest snap share since joining the Vikings. Still, I would hold him.
Still, Mattison’s inefficient play as a rusher as me concerned about his longevity with job. The 49ers are up next as well. Woof. The second-most fantasy points scored under expectation this season.
I also do not think Mattison’s boost as a receiver is a role change. Credit the to Vikings for exposing the Bears’ weakness against the RBs in the passing game coming in with their game plan.
And don’t just take my word for it. Just check the post-game press conference comments from Vikings fans that follow the team closer than I do. They want Mattison straight up benched.
Running back D’Onta Foreman led the ground attack with 15 carries, gaining 65 yards at an average of 4.3 yards per carry. While he didn’t find the end zone, Foreman was solid as the RB1 without Khalil Herbert or Roschon Johnson. 1 target for 2 yards (61% snap share while running a route on 38% of dropbacks).
Newly acquired running back Darrynton Evans (36% snap share) contributed with 9 carries for 32 yards, while backup quarterback Tyson Bagent managed 2 carries, one of which resulted in a rushing touchdown. Evans got the first carry in the Bears backfield, but Foreman started.
This likely forecasts a dreaded committee when Roshon Johnson returns to the lineup after he comes back from the concussion. Sell high for those looking at RJ to be an all-purpose bell cow.
George Pickens was the standout receiver for the Steelers, targeted 10 times (32% Target share). He made 6 receptions for an impressive 130 yards, averaging 21.7 yards per catch, and scored a touchdown on a long 41-yard pass.
Allen Robinson made 5 receptions for 29 yards (9 targets) showcasing his reliability as a possession receiver.
This team won because of their defense – a big reason why they have won any games this year. Much needed bye week is coming up where they can get healthier and work on a new offensive strategy. Whispers…fire Matt Canada.
Still, consider me pessimistic. If able, I would sell high on Pickens. He has made a lot of production ripping off big plays and his Target share can only go down with the eventual returns of Diontae Johnson and Pat Freiermuth.
Johnson is eyeing a Week 7 return as is Pat Freiermuth.
Pickens’ Target share has been 26% through 5 games with a top-10 air yards share (42%). I think Pickens is a great talent, but the offense and his role – having to rely some heavily on contested sideline catches – are just not conducive to sustained fantasy production.
In the rushing department, Jerome Ford led the charge with 17 carries for 84 yards, averaging 4.9 yards per carry. Ford also caught both of his targets for 7 yards. Played 50% of the snaps while splitting routes with Kareem Hunt 50/50.
Hunt also contributed significantly with 12 carries for 47 yards and a touchdown, showcasing his versatility. Hunt also started the game and earned 3 carries inside the red zone to Ford’s zero.
Turning into a more 50/50 spit than Ford being the dominant force despite his strong box score. Head coach Kevin Stefanski talked about how they wanted to get Hunt ‘going’ post-game as he gets back into football shape.
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