Minnesota Vikings NFL Draft 2026 pick tracker: Grades, fits and scouting reports

The Athletic has live coverage of the 2026 NFL Draft.The Minnesota Vikings entered the 2026 NFL Draft on April 23 with nine picks over the three-day event.In the first round, the Vikings took a big chance, drafting talented (but recently injured) Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks with the 18th pick. In Round 2, they traded down two spots and selected Cincinnati linebacker Jake Golday with pick No. 51.Advertisement