Cook (ankle) rushed 29 times for 140 yards and a touchdown while catching both of his targets for three yards in Sunday's 34-28 overtime win over Carolina.
Cook was able to return after missing just one game (second overall) from a nagging ankle injury, which was great news for his fantasy managers considering the Vikings' bye is next week. The Vikings opting to deploy the star back right before a would-be extra week of rest bodes well for the overall health of the ankle, as if his stellar performance on the field wasn't proof enough. Now with some extra down time on tap, Cook could be in store for a strong stretch of production when the Vikings return to action in Week 8 against the Cowboys.