Five Vikings Who Give Value Beyond Their Primary Position

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Dec 29, 2013; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings running back Matt Asiata (44) carries the ball during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mall of America Field at H.H.H. Metrodome. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports

4. Matt Asiata

Asiata has one big thing going for him when comparing him to other running backs on the roster: he can play fullback. One can envision Asiata getting work as a receiving fullback in Norv Turner’s offense.

Add in his value as a third-down and short yardage back, and Asiata has a pretty nice package of skills. He’s head-and-shoulders above Joe Banyard in terms of roster value, and that’s why he’s currently an undisputed pick to stick.