Banyard was released by the Vikings on Sunday, the Minneapolis Star Tribune's Master Tesfatsion reports.

With Banyard out of the picture, DuJuan Harris and Dominique Williams are left to compete for the No. 4 running back job. The battle may come down to the final preseason game.

Banyard had five carries for 26 yards, including a seven-yard touchdown, in Saturday's preseason win over Dallas.

It looks like Banyard will win the fourth running back job over DuJuan Harris and Dominique Williams. However, the final preseason game may determine the winner.

Banyard had four carries for two yards and lost a fumble in Saturday's preseason win over Tampa Bay.

He was used in the second quarter, so he appears to be ahead of DuJuan Harris in the battle for the fourth running back role at this point. Harris didn't appear until late in the game. However, it's not clear how much the lost fumble and poor outing will hurt Banyard's stock.

Banyard had seven carries for 22 yards, including a one-yard touchdown, in Sunday's preseason win over Pittsburgh.

Banyard entered the game in the third quarter, so it's hard to read too much into his performance since he was against the third- or fourth-string defense, but he still had a solid game. Banyard is competing with DuJuan Harris for the fourth spot on the running back depth chart.

Banyard had five carries for 23 yards and two receptions for nine yards in Sunday's loss to Miami.

Banyard served as the backup running back to Matt Asiata as he played 16 snaps on offense while Ben Tate didn't play at all. It looks like Banyard will be the backup running back in Week 17.

Banyard had two carries for two yards in Sunday's loss to Detroit.

He had 11 snaps on offense (compared to 45 for Matt Asiata and 13 for Ben Tate) and continues to have a small role in the offense.

Banyard had one carry for nine yards and one reception for 12 yards in Sunday's win over the Jets.

Banyard played three snaps on offense compared to 45 for Matt Asiata and ten for Ben Tate. He's clearly third on the depth chart and may not get many touches per game the final three games.

Banyard will likely be the No. 3 running back Sunday, with Matt Asiata listed as the starter, according to ESPN.com, and Ben Tate the likely No. 2.

Banyard's upside is already fairly limited, and facing a Jets defense allowing the third-fewest rushing yards per game doesn't do him any favors.

With Jerick McKinnon out for a second consecutive game this week due to a back injury, head coach Mike Zimmer said he plans to use the same approach at running back as last week. Banyard had just two carries last week, but, sat in the second half after botching a protection, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

It looks like Banyard will be third on the depth chart behind Matt Asiata and Ben Tate. It doesn't look like he's likely to have a significant role.

Banyard had two carries for eight yards in Sunday's win over Carolina.

Banyard had fewer carries than Ben Tate (5), so he was third on the depth chart. His role could decrease further next week if Jerick McKinnon returns from a back injury.

With Jerick McKinnon (back) inactive Sunday against the Panthers, Banyard is expected to earn looks behind starter Matt Asiata (concussion), Ben Goessling of ESPN.com reports.

Last Sunday, Banyard was used when the tables were turned between McKinnon and Asiata, whose head injury resulted in a DNP. While the output was meager -- five carries for 26 yards and three receptions for 19 yards -- Banyard could aid owners in deeper formats. Keep in mind, though, that Ben Tate is present and could be handed his first touches as a member of the Vikings.

Banyard could be set for more carries Sunday against Carolina with Jerick McKinnon likely out with a back injury, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

The Vikings will likely use a committee between Banyard, Ben Tate and Matt Asiate with McKinnon out. It's possible Banyard could even start after he was the backup running back last week, but it's not clear how the Vikings will divide the playing time.

Banyard had five carries for 26 yards and two receptions for 19 yards in Sunday's loss to Green Bay.

Banyard took over the role as Jerick McKinnon's backup with Matt Asiata out with a concussion. Ben Tate was surprisingly active but did not play. It's not clear if Banyard will keep the role next week as Asiata could return from his injury and Tate may move to the No. 2 spot on the depth chart as he wasn't up to speed on the offense after being claimed off waivers only a few days before Sunday's game.

Banyard's teammate, Ben Tate, is active for Sunday's game against Green Bay.

It's not clear if Tate or Banyard will be the backup to Jerick McKinnon with Matt Asiata out with a concussion. However, it seems likely Tate will be the backup and have a goal-line role since he's active only a few days after being added to the roster.

Banyard is active for Sunday's game against New England, Scout.com reports.

Banyard will be third on the running back depth chart Sunday with Adrian Peterson inactive. Banyard may not see any plays on offense, however, since he was just activated from the practice squad. Matt Asiata and Jerick McKinnon will be Minnesota's top two running backs.

Banyard will be activated from the practice squad and added to the 53-man roster before Sunday's game against New England, the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

The Vikings decided to add another running back with Adrian Peterson deactivated for the game. Banyard will likely be the No. 3 running back behind Matt Asiata and Jerick McKinnon and may not be used on offense during the game.

Banyard was signed to Minnesota's practice squad, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Banyard had a strong preseason with 212 yards rushing and 5.9 yards per attempt, so the Vikings could turn to him if injuries strike.

Banyard has been released by the Vikings, The St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Banyard could draw some interest around the league after running for 111 yards on 18 carries in Thursday's preseason finale. With Adrian Peterson, Matt Asiata and Jerick McKinnon all healthy, the Vikings had little reason to keep a fourth running back. If Banyard clears waivers, the Vikings will likely assign him to the practice squad.

Banyard had 18 carries for 111 yards in Thursday's preseason win over Tennessee.

Banyard got the bulk of carries with Adrian Peterson and Matt Asiata held out of action. Banyard had a strong preseason with 212 yards rushing and 5.9 yards per attempt, but it may not be enough to win a final roster spot. He's behind Adrian Peterson, Matt Asisata and third-round draft pick Jerick McKinnon on the depth chart and it's not clear if the Vikings will keep four running backs on the roster.

Banyard had six carries for 64 carries in Saturday's preseason win over Arizona.

Even with this strong outing, it's not clear he'll win a roster spot. He's behind Adrian Peterson, Matt Asisata and third round draft pick Jerick McKinnon on the depth chart and it's not clear if the Vikings will keep four running backs on the roster.