Vikings scouting director excited for rookie class in 2026
The Minnesota Vikings' college scouting director, Mike Soliton, expressed optimism about the team's 2026 rookie class, highlighting their leadership experience and potential for immediate impact. The Vikings selected nine players in the 2026 NFL Draft, their first without former GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah. They took calculated risks, including on Florida defensive lineman Caleb Banks, who has a history of foot issues. The team hopes this experienced group can reverse past drafting struggles and contribute quickly.
- ▪The Vikings drafted nine players in the 2026 NFL Draft, the first since parting ways with former GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah.
- ▪Their top pick, Caleb Banks, is a Florida defensive lineman who entered the draft with foot injuries.
- ▪College scouting director Mike Soliton emphasized that many rookies are multiyear captains with significant college experience.
- ▪The team believes these rookies are further along in development and can compete immediately.
- ▪Minnesota hopes to improve on past draft misses like Lewis Cine, Andrew Booth Jr., and Brian Asamoah.
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