Minnesota Vikings Draft Picks in 2023

The Vikings had a great 2022 regular season at 13-4 overall but got bounced in the Wild Card round by the New York Giants 31-24. The team now turns its focus to the 2023 NFL Draft and offseason as it hopes to stay on top of the NFC North division.

Here’s a look at the Vikings’ draft picks for 2023.

List of 2023 Vikings Draft Picks and Rounds

The Vikings have five picks in the 2023 NFL Draft and only one pick on the first day of the draft. The team doesn’t have a second or seventh-round pick this year.

Here’s a complete list of the Vikings’ draft picks.

– 1st Round: 23rd overall

– 3rd Round: 87th overall

– 4th Round: 119th overall (from Lions)

– 5th Round: 158th overall

– 6th Round: 211th overall (compensation pick)

The fourth-round pick comes from the Detroit Lions after a deal for tight end T.J. Hockenson. the team traded their original sixth-round pick in last year’s draft to the Houston Texans for Ross Blacklock. Their sixth-round selection this year is a compensatory pick. The team would have had just four picks without getting the comp pick.

The Vikings also used a fourth-round and fifth-round selection last season to trade up to draft cornerback Akayleb Evans in the 2022 NFL Draft. The goal was to add some defensive depth in the secondary to help out Patrick Peterson.

Minnesota Vikings 2023 Mock Draft and Team Needs

General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah is looking to score big in the draft, and he’ll need solid picks to do just that. The Vikings currently look like they need to build some depth at wide receiver, interior defensive line, and linebacker if they want to stay on top of the division.

Clemson defensive lineman Bryan Bresee could be an option for the team at No. 23 overall. He dealt with injuries and personal issues in 2022, but he’s an extremely talented player. He should be a solid player and pass rusher as he makes the jump to pro football. Yahoo has the Vikings going with defensive lineman Mazi Smith in the first round in its mock draft.

A few mock drafts have the Vikings considering a quarterback of the future. Kirk Cousins is 46-33-1 in his career with the team and the Vikings made the playoffs just twice in his five seasons with one playoff win. There is also uncertainty on the offensive line at the guard position.

The Vikings running backs and receiving group had a strong season in 2022 with Justin Jefferson almost breaking the NFL record for receiving yards. He finished sixth all-time for a single season at 1,809 yards. Receiver Adam Thielen left in free agency for the Carolina Panthers on a three-year deal.

When is the 2023 NFL Draft?

Don’t miss the highly anticipated NFL Draft, happening over three action-packed days in April in Kansas City, Missouri. The excitement begins on April 27th with the First Round picks, which will be broadcast live on both NFL Network and ESPN at 8 p.m. ET.

On April 28th at 7 p.m. ET, the second and third rounds will follow, with the final rounds taking place on April 29th at noon ET. Football fans can expect a thrilling experience as teams make their picks and add new talent to their rosters.

Minnesota Vikings Draft Picks FAQs

What is the 2023 NFL Draft?

The 2023 NFL Draft weekend takes place on April 27-29. The event runs from Thursday to Saturday. It begins with the first round on Thursday at 8 p.m. ET. This year, it’s located in Kansas City, Missouri at Union Station. Fans from all over the country go to one of the NFL’s biggest events.

What are the Vikings 2023 NFL Draft Picks?

The Vikings have five draft picks in the 2023 NFL Draft. They have a selection in the first, third, fourth, fifth, and sixth rounds to help boost up the roster for head coach Kevin O’Connell.

What pick do the Minnesota Vikings have in the first round?

The Minnesota Vikings will be selecting at No. 23 overall in the first round. The team spent their first-round pick in 2022 on cornerback Lewis Cine at No. 32 overall to close out the first round. The team had two second-round picks in Andrew Booth and Ed Ingram.

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