Latest NFL Draft intel confirms suspicion long held about the Minnesota Vikings' plans
Mar 31, 2026; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell during the 2026 NFL Annual League Meeting at the Arizona Biltmore. Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images How the Minnesota Vikings will handle the NFL Draft has been up in the air.
The latest intel shows that a long held belief is likely to come to fruition. The Minnesota Vikings’ strategy in the NFL Draft will be a fascinating one to watch play out. There are multiple paths the Vikings can take.
The secondary and defensive line have been a major focus of NFL Draft analysts , especially Oregon Ducks safety Dillon Thieneman . What hasn’t made sense is how many believe the Vikings will take a cornerback in the NFL Draft. The history with Brian Flores as the defensive coordinator shows that the position won’t be a priority in the NFL Draft.
Vikings insider confirms suspicion about NFL Draft plans Not only do the Vikings not take cornerbacks highly, this class predicates that you don’t have to force it. The Athletic’s Alec Lewis confirmed that the Vikings aren’t likely to select a cornerback. The Vikings haven't used a first- or second-round pick on a cornerback since Flores arrived, and I don't expect them to start now, especially after signing free agent James Pierre.
The athletic's alec lewis Title That makes all the sense in the world. I have 15 players in my top 100 prospects in this class, and it’s not a position where the Vikings need to have elite level players. Flores prioritizes the pass rush over coverage players.