Leading into the NFL Draft starting Thursday, April 25th, the Star Tribune will assess the Vikings roster, draft history and college prospects during this eight-part series.
No. 8 need: Quarterbacks Four of the Vikings’ more experienced defensive backs enter the final seasons under contract. That includes cornerbacks Trae Waynes and Mackensie Alexander, as well as safeties Anthony Harris and Jayron Kearse. The long-term outlook, combined with cornerback Mike Hughes’ recovery from a torn ACL and cornerback Holton Hill’s four-game suspension, again make the secondary an area to add in the draft.
No. 7: Running backs
No. 6: Receivers
No. 5: Linebackers
No. 4: Defensive backs