Report: Vikings' Cook reports to camp amid contract talks
Running back Dalvin Cook officially reported to Minnesota Vikings training camp and underwent his first coronavirus test Tuesday, sources told Andrew Krammer of the Star Tribune.
Cook is entering the final year of his rookie contract and has reportedly been preparing to hold out unless he receives a "reasonable" extension. He missed multiple virtual team meetings in June.
Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer said last week that Cook told him he'd report to camp on time. However, Cook's agent denied that his client had said so.
Cook is coming off his best NFL campaign. The 24-year-old made his first Pro Bowl in 2019 after racking up 1,135 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns in 14 games. He also recorded 53 catches for 519 yards.
A second-round pick in 2017, the Florida State product battled injuries in his first two pro campaigns, missing 17 games combined.
Under his current deal, Cook is set to earn $1.33 million in base salary this season, according to Spotrac.