Dustin Baker’s 2026 Vikings Mock Draft 3.0 Has Arrived
Michael Caterina The Vikings shook operations up just a bit during free agency, notably adding quarterback Kyler Murray and CB3 James Pierre, in addition to new punter Johnny Hekker and offensive tackle Ryan Van Demark. So, it’s time for a mock draft — version 3. 0 — the second-to-last before the main event on April 23rd.
This seven-round projection leans defense early and keeps building Minnesota’s depth for the long haul. As always, these mock drafts are predictive , not necessarily what the author wants, but rather what he believes the Vikings will do on draft weekend . A Full Seven-Round Prediction for Minnesota’s Draft Moves The Vikings have nine picks this go-round.
Mississippi State wide receiver Kevin Coleman Jr. (3) is brought down by Toledo safeties Emmanuel McNeil-Warren (7) and Maxen Hook (25) during second-quarter action, Sep. 14, 2024, at Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville, Mississippi.
The play showcased Toledo’s physical secondary as multiple defenders converged to limit yards after the catch. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-Imagn Images. **TRADE** Vikings Get: 30th Overall Pick 2026 3rd-Rounder (Pick No.
215) 2027 3rd-Rounder — for — Dolphins Get: 18th Overall Pick (Kenyon Sadiq, TE) Round 1 (Pick 30) Emmanuel McNeill-Warren (S) | Oregon It really doesn’t matter for the draft’s sake if Harrison Smith returns or retires — the Vikings need a young safety as their succession plan. After doing business with Miami above, the Dolphins fill their tremendous TE1 need with Sadiq, while Minnesota rolls with McNeill-Warren as the Smith replacement. Round 2 (Pick 49) Jadarian Price (RB) | Notre Dame Lord, oh Lord, do the Vikings need to put their foot down and draft a rookie running back.
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