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Vikings Mock Draft: Minnesota Takes Explosive EDGE in Round 1

We’re down to the wire in terms of NFL Draft season for 2023. The draft is just two and a half weeks away, and in order to get familiar with some of the prospects that could be on the Minnesota Vikings radar, we’ve been conducting mock drafts every Monday here on PurplePTSD. This latest mock sees the Vikings going in a bit of a different direction, selecting an explosive edge rusher with their first-round selection. Let’s get into the mock and see how this could happen.

Day 1

Mar 2, 2023; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Georgia defensive lineman Nolan Smith (DL45) participates in drills during the NFL combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.