8 Ways the Vikings’ Draft Could Shake Out

Former Minnesota Vikings tight end Stu Voigt announces the team’s third-round selection at the NFL Draft, with Apr. 25, 2025 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin capturing the on-stage moment as fans reacted to the No. 102 pick during the second night of draft festivities.

Mandatory Credit: Tork Mason-USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin You are 11 days away from learning how the Minnesota Vikings proceed in Round 1 of the NFL draft, all of a sudden an exciting event because Kevin O’Connell’s team could be quite good in 2026 with Kyler Murray in the house. Here’s a look at the main eight ways the draft could shake out on April 23rd. Minnesota could stay put, move back, or get aggressive.

The Vikings pick 18th , though they could, in theory, trade up or down. The Realistic Draft Paths for Minnesota at Pick No. 18 Ranked in ascending order (No.

1 = most realistic outcome), this is what to expect from Minnesota in Round 1. Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles (0) stands ready during game action against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium, Oct 18, 2025, as the Buckeyes defense prepares for the next snap in a physical Big Ten matchup under a charged atmosphere. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images 8.