In this scenario, using PFF's mock draft simulator, all of my ideal defensive targets — DTs Walter Nolen, Kenneth Grant, and Derrick Harmon, plus CB Jahdae Barron — were off the board. So without the option of moving down, my choice came down to a pair of offensive linemen: Alabama's Tyler Booker and North Dakota State's Grey Zabel.
The Minnesota Vikings are in the top five of the most likely teams to sign QB Aaron Rodgers in free agency, who would replace Sam Darnold.
Alexander, who the Vikings reportedly met with at the combine, was excellent across the board. He ran a 4.95 40, had great jumps, and put up 28 reps in the bench press, continuing the momentum he built in the Senior Bowl. He's a second-round target for Minnesota if they trade back.
Projected Cap Space: $60.7 million Draft Picks: 4 1st (No. 24) 3rd (No. 97, comp) 5th (No. 140, CLE) 5th (No. 161) Notable Free Agents: QB Sam Darnold
The Minnesota Vikings will address their quarterback position this offseason and Daniel Jones could be the answer.
The Cleveland Browns were predicted to lose Aaron Jones, a potential replacement for Nick Chubb, to the Minnesota Vikings.
Many NFL players will be on the move when free agency begins next week. The NFL offseason is just getting started.
The Vikings will be looking to improve on the interior offensive and defensive lines. Defensive tackle should be their priority in Round 1.