Yes, Jordan Addison is in the running for the Vikings punt returner job, but that’s not who we’re discussing.
Instead, it’s UDFA Thayer Thomas. After the draft concluded, the North Carolina State alumnus joined the Vikings as part of a group of UDFAs highlighted by edge rusher Andre Carter and linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. Even among the UDFA receivers he has been a bit overlooked, with plenty of attention going to the recently-injured Malik Knowles.
