The Minnesota Vikings went all in during the NFL’s free agency period looking to shore up several holes in their lineup after their early exit to the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Wild Card game. With needs at both interior lines, the secondary, and fill in pieces at running back, quarterback, and linebacker, the Vikings came as close as any team to fulfilling their wish list.

To fill in the leaks in their offensive line, they signed the Indianapolis Colts tandem of guard Will Fries and center Ryan Kelly. On the defensive front, to improve their interior pass rush, they signed former Washington Commanders standout Jonathan Allen and ex-49er Javon Hargrave.

At the corner position, they re-signed Pro-Bowler Byron Murphy and also acquired Isaiah Rodgers Sr, who made some big play plays for the Philadelphia Eagles on their way to winning Super Bowl LIX. Veteran running back Aaron Jones was brought back into the fold, and he will paced this season by Jordan Mason who showed flashes of brilliance last year for San Francisco.

And in a recent move, they reacquired Eric Wilson to provide additional depth at the inside linebacker position. And because of their brilliant cap wizard executive vice president of football operations Rob Brzezinski, they may not be done spending yet. Keep an eye on Buffalo Bill corner Rasul Douglas and Arizona guard Will Hernandez as possible additional Vikings acquisitions.

Other than the backup quarterback position, they have at least partially addressed all of their critical needs. And with the Aaron Rodgers rumors hopefully safely put to bed, the Vikings can now go about their business and sign former Dolphin and Titan Ryan Tannehill or another veteran quarterback to a short-term contract.

As for the draft, the Vikings will look to solidify these positions and add depth elsewhere to the roster. Currently holding only four picks for the April draft. you know general manger Kwesi Adofo-Mensah will be wheeling and dealing from start to finish. So here is my Minnesota Vikings Mock Draft 1.0.

Minnesota Vikings 2025 7-round mock draft

Round 1, pick No. 24 overall

• Trade!

Needing to stock up on additional picks, the Vikings executed two trades to start their draft. First, they traded their number 24 pick for the Houston Texans’ 25 and 89 picks. They then shiped their 25 and 187 picks to the New York Jets for picks 42, 73, and 110.

Round 2, pick No. 35 overall 

• Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina (6-0, 225 pounds)

The Vikings were as surprised as anyone to see the number two ranked running back fall to them with the 42nd pick. He combines size and explosiveness, and projects as three down back. He does not have a lot of experience in the passing game but has soft hands and should adapt pretty smoothly to the pro game.

Round 3, pick No. 73 overall

• Joshua Farmer, DT, UCLA (6-3, 305 pounds)

Farmer had a solid final season at Florida State with 32 tackles and 4 sacks. A consistent performer, he is both athletic and strong. Blessed with a jarring bull rush, the Vikings believe that Farmer has the capability to be a solid rotational tackle for them

Round 3, pick No. 89 overall

• Trade!

Minnesota makes another set of moves to accumulate additional picks as they sent their 89th pick and their 2026 7th rounder to Miami for the Dolphins’ 98th and 135th picks. Next, they swap pick number 98 and Jacksonville’s 2026 7th round pick to Buffalo for the Bill’s 109th and 132nd picks.

Round 3, pick No. 97

• Lanthan Ransom, S, Ohio State (6-0, 206 pounds)

Ransom is a hard-hitting, disruptive strong safety who will be the heir apparent to Harrison Smith after his retirement. He possesses excellent field vision and can lock on to tight ends and running backs in coverage. He blocked two punts in college and excels at stripping the ball from opposing ball carriers.

Round 4, pick No. 109

• Oluwafemi Oladejo, Edge, UCLA (6-3, 261 pounds)

This explosive Big-Ten edge rusher has played across the line but with his athleticism and long arms, his future is best served on the exterior of the defensive line. The Vikings can bring him along slowly as learns from All-Pro teammates Jonathan Greenard and Andrew Van Ginkel. Oladejo and Dallas Turner should grow into a formidable pair of bookends for Minnesota.

Round 4, pick No. 109

• Dorian Stong, CB, Virginia Tech (6-1, 195 pounds)

Stong should add to Minnesota’s depth at the corner position. He is better in zone coverage than man-to-man, but he is speedy and has active instincts. He has a nose for the ball and is a disruptive force in the secondary. He needs to be more consistent in his play, but projects as a future starter.

Round 4, pick No. 132

• Charles Grant, G, William & Mary (6-4, 280 pounds)

Small school three-year starter at tackle who will move inside at the next level. Long armed blocker who has a good base and strong footwork. Excellent zone run blocker who moves fluidly. There will be a learning curve as he moves inside, and he is still a work in progress as a pass protector. Projects as an eventual starter.

Round 4, pick No. 135

• Zy Aleander, CB, LSU (6-1, 187 pounds)

Physically gifted cornerback who excels at run support. Length helps him in pass coverage, and he has the ability to move to safety, especially in cover three formations. He needs to work on his cover skills and increase his aggressiveness when in man-to-man coverage.

Round 5, pick No. 139

• Jack Kiser, LB , Notre Dame (6-2, 231 pounds)

Kiser was a sixth-year senior at Notre Dame and is a heady, intelligent player. A sure tackle who defends well against the pass. He is below average athletically and his lack of speed will limit him but special teams and third down play experience should earn him a roster spot.

I believe that Kwesi-Adofo, Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell, and the rest of the Vikings organization and fans would be quite pleased with this draft. The team began this draft with just four picks and finished it with eight selections, with no pick lower than an early fifth rounder. They added strength to their areas of need and solidified other position groups and their special team’s unit.

New Leaf News will continue its coverage of the NFL Draft, all the way through to our post draft detailed analysis.