NFL Draft 2026 best available players for Minnesota Vikings: De'Zhaun Stribling, Logan Jones

The Minnesota Vikings began with a defensive bang. The selection of Caleb Banks at No. 18 likely means the team will have its eyes set on offense on Day 2.Minnesota wanted to emerge from the 2026 NFL Draft with a receiver to add depth behind Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison, so that’s a sensible place to start. Center is another possibility, especially in Rounds 2 and 3. The Vikings have faith in Blake Brandel, but they’d like to find another starting-caliber option.Advertisement