Chris Trapasso, CBS Sports
General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah started this draft with four selections, added one more, and knocked this selection process out of the park. Jackson in Round 1 directly helps J.J. McCarthy and the run game. He’s a pro-ready guard with All-Pro upside.
Felton’s speed is evident on film — and from looking at his combine workout — but there’s also run-after-the-catch pop in his profile, and Ingram-Dawkins can be another chess piece for Brian Flores up front.
King is a throwback-type linebacker who provides much needed size to that position, and Bartholomew was probably the most underrated receiving tight end in the class. Needs met, and they were aligned with prospects snagged at the right values.
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Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox
The Vikings are looking to turn the offense over to J.J. McCarthy in 2025 and needed to revamp their offensive interior. Jackson will join Ryan Kelly and Will Fries as additions who should help solidify Minnesota’s blocking unit.
Minnesota did move down in Round 3, grabbing the 102nd and 142nd picks by sending the 97th and 187th picks to the Texans. With the 102nd pick, the Vikings grabbed Maryland receiver Tai Felton, who could be a very strong complement to Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison.
“If paired with a true No. 1 receiver, he can find success on the lesser defenders on the opposing defense,” Dame Parson of the B/R Scouting Department wrote.
The Vikings also found their veteran quarterback insurance to pair with McCarthy by acquiring Sam Howell from the Seattle Seahawks.
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