The Mercury (Pottstown, PA)

Vikings claim Ameer Abdullah off waivers from Detroit

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EAGAN, MINN. >> The Minnesota Vikings claimed running back Ameer Abdullah off waivers from the Detroit Lions.

The Vikings announced the move Wednesday.

Abdullah was drafted by the Lions in the second round in 2015, but they weren’t using him much this year, especially with the acquisitio­n of former Philadelph­ia Eagles running back LeGarrette Blount Blount. Abdullah has 1,251 yards rushing along with 57 receptions in his career.

With Dalvin Cook (hamstring) getting back to full health, Abdullah provides depth in Minnesota’s backfield to go with Latavius Murray and Mike Boone. Abdullah also could contribute on special teams.

The Vikings also waived rookie running back Roc Thomas to move room for Abdullah on the 53-man roster.

Minnesota is off this week. The Vikings return to action Nov. 18 at Chicago.

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