Need we say more? Henderson, CB, Florida10. Wonnum a prospect in the 2020 NFL draft.Defensive end James Lynch will be making the leap from Baylor to the NFL after recording 13.5 sacks his junior season.Take a look at former Michigan safety Josh Metellus denying his opponents' chances to score while making a name for himself in this upcoming NFL draft.Check out highlights for the stand out defensive end at Michigan State Kenny Willekes as he get closer to the 2020 NFL draft.Dive into these highlights of former Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley launching passes and escaping tackles.Spielman said there will be a “wide open competition” at both guard spots when the team is able to practice and that Did the Vikings make the right picks in Rd 1? Not even a broken leg could remove him from Super Bowl XIV. … Honorable mention: Marcus Allen.11. Last yer, the Minnesota Vikings … Minnesota saw a mass exodus in free agency, but the team made up for it in the NFL Draft. Latest and Greatest With the increase in backfields by committee, will anybody ever surpass Smith’s 18,355 yards? Dan Marino, QB, Pittsburgh (drafted by Miami Dolphins in 1983): Perhaps the easiest decision on our list, Marino was the textbook definition of a gun-slinging quarterback during his Hall of Fame career. Who is the best of the best at each selection? John Mackey, TE, Syracuse (drafted by Baltimore Colts in 1963): Remember how we said Tony Gonzalez changed the tight end position?
Illustrations by local artist Erik Roadfeldt.View photos of the Vikings 2020 undrafted free agents. After a 17-year career in which he was named to 14 Pro Bowls, Gonzalez ranks second in career receptions with 1,325. Adrian Peterson, RB, Oklahoma (drafted by Minnesota Vikings in 2007): Peterson unquestionably has been the best, most-explosive running back of his era. … Honorable mention: Forrest Gregg.21. But Reed’s ball-hawking skills and knack for game-changing plays make him a lock to be a first ballot Hall of Famer when eligible. Latest and Greatest -- Simon Samano1. The Minnesota Vikings gave safety Anthony Harris the franchise tag this offseason. Walter Payton, RB, Jackson State (drafted by Chicago Bears in 1975): “Sweetness” is considered by many to be the greatest running back of all time, making him a no-brainer choice – albeit over a number of other greats. Randy Moss, WR, Marshall (drafted by Minnesota Vikings in 1998): Moss fell as far as he did only because of perceived character concerns. … Honorable mention: Art Monk.19. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site.
Latest and Greatest … Honorable mention: Marvin Harrison, Randall McDaniel.20. And he showed just how super-human he is when he returned from reconstructive knee surgery in 2012 to rush for 2,097 yards, becoming just the seventh player to break the 2,000 barrier. Minnesota Vikings 2020 NFL Draft Picks. Jacksonville Jaguars: C.J. Lott is the easy pick here. 1-32 Latest and Greatest Barry Sanders, RB, Oklahoma State (drafted by Detroit Lions in 1989): Sanders gets the nod over Dick Butkus for being the most electrifying running back ever. Draft-Related Audio and Podcasts … Honorable mention: Dick Butkus, Anthony Munoz, Merlin Olsen.4. Round Overall Player Selected Grade; 1 22* WR Justin Jefferson, LSU: A 1 31* CB Jeff Gladney, TCU: B 2 58 OT Ezra Cleveland, Boise State : … The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Seattle Seahawks: Jordyn Brooks, LB, Texas Tech32. Drew Brees, QB, Purdue (drafted by San Diego Chargers in 2001): Undersized at just 6 feet tall, Brees took his game to the next level when he signed with the New Orleans Saints in 2006, resulting in a Super Bowl title after the 2009 season. Lawrence Taylor, OLB, North Carolina (drafted by New York Giants in 1981): L.T. Jerry Rice, WR, Mississippi Valley State (drafted by San Francisco 49ers in 1985): GOAT. Bruce Matthews, OL, USC (drafted by Houston Oilers in 1983): A true NFL iron man, the 14-time Pro Bowl selection played 296 games in the trenches, a record for offensive linemen. … Honorable mention: Lynn Swann.22. Honorable mention: None.32. Tony Gonzalez, TE, California (drafted by Kansas City Chiefs in 1997): Gonzalez, who also was a hoops standout, is the greatest tight end in NFL history for the way he changed the position with his pass-catching ability and big plays.