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Vikings Draft Nine Rookies, Address Needs
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- May 9, 2026
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- 110
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Summary
The Minnesota Vikings selected nine rookies in the 2026 NFL draft, with defensive interior Caleb Banks from Florida being the standout pick at eighteen. Banks injury concerns have raised questions about his value, but his impressive performance at the combine suggests he could rotate in on the D-line if he stays healthy. The team also added athletic depth at linebacker with Jake Golday from Cincinnati, and quick first-step rusher Domonique Orange from Iowa State. The offense got a boost with tackle Caleb Tiernan from Northwestern, who could slide to guard. Safety Jakobe Thomas from Miami and fullback Max Bredeson from Michigan address needs on defense and in the backfield, respectively. Corner Charles Demmings from Stephen F. Austin is a late-round sleeper with impressive speed and jumps. The Vikings also signed nineteen undrafted free agents, setting up a competitive camp battle. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/86abe497e6979bd2