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Jack White

To rest or not to rest Vikings RB Dalvin Cook

The Vikings have a decision to make with their star running back.

Throughout his time in Minnesota, Dalvin Cook has often been a focal point of the Vikings offense. Based on what he brings to the table, Cook can certainly help Minnesota beat Detroit in Week 5.

But is that the right call? Cook is an injury-prone player with a large workload during his five NFL seasons. Here is the case for resting Cook, followed by the case to let him play:

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