As reported by multiple sources, the Minnesota Vikings have been trying to trade star running back Dalvin Cook, and pending a trade within the next day or two, plan on cutting ties to Cook.
The Dalvin Cook era is over in Minnesota.
Cook was due a $10.4 million base salary in 2023, the impetus for the 27-year-old’s release. The running back has $2 million guaranteed — which is subject to offsets when he signs with a new club. Cutting Cook after June 1 allows the Vikings to save $9 million on the salary cap this season with $5 million in dead money.
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David Keech is a retired teacher and works as a sportswriter, sports official and as an educational consultant. He has reported on amateur sports since 2011, known as 'KeechDaVoice.' David can be reached at [email protected]
