'You've got to bet on your ability if you take it outside of to identify, develop,' general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah said. It's possible, but far from a certainty, that the Vikings will use one of their four remaining picks on a developmental quarterback. Second, they were realistic about their ability to find an heir apparent for quarterback Kirk Cousins. and Akayleb Evans - to be in the mix at cornerback. The decision to focus on Addison over a cornerback such as Maryland's Deonte Banks - or even a quarterback - revealed a few important facts.įirst, the Vikings are clearly trusting two 2022 draft picks - Andrew Booth Jr. But Osborn is entering the final year of his contract, and the Vikings have been focused all offseason on collecting enough weapons to burn the extra coverage that Jefferson often sees.Ĭoach Kevin O'Connell feels confident that Addison can learn all three receiver positions, which will help the Vikings move Jefferson to different spots on the field. Osborn seemingly ready to step into the No. My take: Wide receiver was hardly a need position for the Vikings, with superstar Justin Jefferson in place and K.J. 23 overall pick.Ī look at each of Minnesota's scheduled selections: Analysis of every pick | Updated depth chart AP Photo/Godofredo A. The 2023 NFL draft concluded in downtown Kansas City, Missouri on Saturday, capping off all 259 picks.ĮSPN provides pick-by-pick analysis of each of the Vikings’ selections, beginning with USC wide receiver Jordan Addison, who the No.

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