Vikings fall to No. 24 in ESPN post-NFL draft power rankings
The Minnesota Vikings check in at No. 24 in ESPN’s post-NFL Draft power rankings, reflecting ongoing roster questions and a team still searching for long-term stability at key positions.
The Minnesota Vikings find themselves in the bottom third of the league following the 2026 NFL Draft, landing at No. 24 in ESPN's latest post-draft power rankings. Way-too-early ranking: 23 Most improved position: Quarterback The Vikings did some good work at defensive tackle in the draft, but they had long ago accomplished the most important task of the offseason by building a more competitive QB room.
Kyler Murray was the best quarterback available this offseason, and he will cost the Vikings only $1. 3 million while the Cardinals pay the remainder of his $37. 6 million salary.
Instead of simply hoping J. J. McCarthy will take the necessary steps forward, the Vikings have a proven veteran with arguably higher upside in Murray.
And if it doesn't work out, the Vikings brought back Carson Wentz to ensure the position will have a higher floor than it did last season. -- Kevin Seifert The ranking underscores a franchise still navigating a transition, particularly at quarterback, where long-term stability remains uncertain despite having three top-12 picks at the position. While the Vikings added talent in the draft, the overall roster outlook suggests a team still building rather than contending in the immediate future.