Dalvin James Cook is an American football running back for the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League. He played college football at Florida State, where he finished his career as the school’s all-time leading rusher. Cook was drafted by the Vikings in the second round of the 2017 NFL Draft.
Born on August 10, 1995 (age 26 years), in Miami, Florida, in the United States of America Dalvin began his high school education at the Miami Central High School, the same as former Seminole running back Devonta Freeman.
Dalvin‘s brother is basketball player Deandre Burnett. Cook did not join the football program until his sophomore year, figuring he had no chance to supplant senior running back Devonta Freeman, who led Central to a Class 6A state title in 2010.
Career Highlight
- 3× Pro Bowl (2019–2021)
- 2× First-team All-American (2015, 2016)
- 2× First-team All-ACC (2015, 2016)
- ACC champion (2014)
- Second-team All-ACC (2014)
Career Stats
Rushing yards: | 4,820 |
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Rushing average: | 4.7 |
Rushing touchdowns: | 39 |
Receptions: | 182 |
Receiving yards: | 1,499 |
Receiving touchdowns: | 3 |
Dalvin Cook Siblings: Demarcus Cook, DeAndre Burnett, Daneisha Cook, James Cook, Jameisha Cook and Jamiya Cook
Dalvin Cook was born to James Cook and Varondria Burnett and has six siblings: James Cook, Jameisha Cook, Demarcus Cook, DeAndre Burnett, Daneisha Cook, and Jamiya Cook. Dalvin Cook has three brothers: James, DeAndre and Demarcus Cook.
James Cook is said to be 22 years of age and happens to be the younger brother of Dalvin. He is said to be a running back. His brother is basketball player Deandre Burnett.