The 5-foot-11, 209-pounder profiles more as a strong safety than a center fielder, but he could play a versatile role in nickel or dime packages while also contributing on special teams. Spielman said there will be a “wide open competition” at both guard spots when the team is able to practice and that Riley Reiff will continue to hold down the "left side," presumably at left tackle, for the time being. After multiple in-draft trades made by Rick Spielman, the Minnesota Vikings led all franchises with 15 picks in the 2020 NFL Draft. 25 overall pick from Minnesota in exchange for picks Nos. A unanimous All-American, effort is the first thing that jumps out to evaluators when looking at his college film. 22 overall | Justin Jefferson, WR, LSU. That’s similar to Anthony Barr's story coming out of UCLA. At 6-foot-5, 258 pounds, Wonnum looks like a physical carbon copy of Danielle Hunter when he was coming out of LSU five years ago. The Minnesota Vikings are one such team, as they now have two first-round picks in the 2020 NFL Draft. Minnesota is going through an evolution on the defensive line with Griffen having moved on in free agency (though he remains unsigned) and the departure of rotational pass-rusher Stephen Weatherly, who signed with Carolina. Vikings GM Rick Spielman said during his pre-draft press conference that the team is “pretty well set” at safety in spite of the recently franchised Harris having yet to sign his $11.41 million tender. Osborn’s stats don’t jump off the page, though he led the Hurricanes in receiving (50 catches, 547 yards, 5 TDs), but his contributions as a return specialist made him a well-rounded player. The Vikings add the outside corner they needed. 89). Tough as nails: Gladney played the 2019 season with a torn meniscus and wanted to prove himself at combine so much that he delayed knee surgery until after he went through drills in Indianapolis. It's unclear how the Vikings' see him fitting given several scouting reports project him best as a Cover 3 fit who can provide support against the run and play in the box. Between he and Adam Thielen, Kirk Cousins will be looking to the slot a lot this season. Check out some of the highlights of former Boise State offensive tackle Ezra Cleveland's college career. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Some also believe he's fast enough to play cornerback. • Experts on Round 1 » | Home setups » Metellus was a three-year starter at Michigan, totalling 172 tackles, five interceptions and 21 pass breakups over the past three years. His lack of mobility and inconsistency throwing the ball (he never completed more than 60% in a season) is why he lasted until the seventh round. 31, 117 and 176. Minnesota has some picks; four in the top 100, six in the first two days and 12 overall. The secondary needs a reboot, and it gets a fresh start with a group of young corners (Gladney included) who will compete to take on starting roles. He's not the most physical or nasty run blocker, but he can protect the quarterback and can play at left tackle. My take: The Vikings' 15th and final selection of the draft was spent on an offensive lineman. My take: It seems coach Mike Zimmer has officially taken over the Vikings' draft board, using the team's first four picks on Day 3 to retool his defense. After he came back from a broken leg sustained in the Spartans' 2018 bowl game, Willekes led the team and ranked fifth in the Big Ten with a career-high 10.5 sacks as a senior in 2019 and became the first defensive player in program history to be named team MVP twice. Hand's physicality makes him a good tackler, and he prides himself on using his length to cover. • Full class rankings from Scouts Inc. » The 2020 NFL draft is in the books, and the Minnesota Vikings' draft class is complete. Flexible fit: Gladney described himself as a "physical speed demon" and man cornerback at the NFL combine. The Vikings got lucky with the way the board fell on Friday night with the early run on wide receivers, running backs and safeties pushing the offensive line group further down. Osborn, WR, Miami, Round 6, pick 203: Blake Brandel, OL, Oregon State, Round 6, pick 205: Josh Metellus, S, Michigan, Round 7, pick 225: Kenny Willekes, DE, Michigan State, Round 7, pick 244: Nathan Stanley, QB, Iowa, Round 7, pick 249: Brian Cole, S, Mississippi State, Round 7, pick 253: Kyle Hinton, G, Washburn, Check out draft results from other teams in the NFC North: His size could be a concern, although his build is similar to Eric Kendricks and Cameron Smith. I mean, I'm ready to go now. Hinton played left tackle in college at 6-foot-2, 295 pounds. • Bowen's favorites » | Pick analysis » The Georgia native had 30 starts for the Gamecoks with 137 tackles, 29.5 tackles for loss and 14.0 sacks. (2:00). They took Michigan's Josh Metellus in the sixth round (No. After he transferred to Miami following the 2018 season, he started all 13 games as a senior where he found a home on the outside. At the Senior Bowl in January, Willekes played outside linebacker for most of the week but projects highest as a rotational defensive end in a 4-3 scheme. The good news is that they will likely garner a high pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. 2020 NFL draft coverage• All 255 picks » | Biggest takeaways » My take: Minnesota drafted Baylor’s all-time career leader in sacks (22.0) when they took Lynch. 58. With so much draft capital, the Vikings will be one of a select few that will be able to control the draft via trades. Defensive coordinator Andre Patterson will want to refine Lynch's technique, but his comfortability and willingness to play inside and outside gives the Vikings options to find a good fit for him in various sub-packages. Play all Share. 25. Stanley is expected to compete with Jake Browning, who spent all of last year on the practice squad, for the No. His story is nothing but inspiring. Dye fell further than many draft analysts expected, so the Vikings were gifted another higher-value pick. They played the first round wisely and were able to get two players at positions of need (more on CB Jeff Gladney below) who will have a chance to compete for starting roles as rookies. He also had 44 tackles for loss at Oregon. 205 overall) and with Cole they have now doubled their depth chart at the position. After trading Stefon Diggs to the Buffalo Bills, the Minnesota Vikings entered the 2020 NFL Draft with 12 picks, trailing only the Miami Dolphins. The Vikings were able to check the best player available box and draft for need with the same pick. Vikings RB Cook (groin) ruled out vs. At the University of Buffalo, Obsorn played primarily in the slot. The challenge Minnesota faces is figuring out where to line up its receiver group, which boasts more depth in the slot than on the outside. Check out highlights from South Carolina's big man on the edge D.J. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! Click here for full results from the entire 2020 NFL Draft. GM Rick Spielman tackled a lot of different needs over the last three days and made some excellent picks, but perhaps the area he’ll be most critiqued on is the one he addressed last. My take: The 6-foot-3, 231-pound Dye had been a difference maker at Oregon since his freshman year and led the Ducks in tackles for four straight seasons. The Vikings' cornerback group took a hard hit in free agency with the departures of Xavier Rhodes, Trae Waynes and Mackensie Alexander. • Experts on Round 1 » | Home setups » Podcast; 17 videos; 2,128 views; Last updated on Apr 26, 2020; Profiles on every single Minnesota Vikings 2020 NFL Draft Pick!
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