Heading into the final day of the draft on Saturday, the Vikings had just four picks. Without a trade, a four-player class would be the smallest in team history.
After addressing the offensive line by selecting Ohio State guard Donovan Jackson in the first round and adding wide receiver depth by taking Maryland receiver Tai Felton in the third, they could look to a number of different positions to fill needs on Saturday.
They’d done extensive work on running backs before the draft, and could draft a young back who could learn behind Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason before growing into a larger role in 2026. And after drafting two offensive players with their first two picks, the Vikings could pursue help for the defense, particularly if they feel like they need depth in the secondary.
Day 3 of the NFL draft, with Rounds 4-7, begins at 11 a.m. Central time and will be televised by ABC, ESPN and NFL Network. Teams have five minutes to make a selection in Rounds 4-6, and four minutes in Round 7.
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