Day 2 Dreaming

[Canthony]

I honestly see us trading a future pick to trade back into the end of 2 or 3 for a falling player. Demetrius Knight is an interesting one to watch. RB as well with Judkins or Harvey. I think there will be a run on DBs early tonight.

[MaroonBells]

Dustin Baker@DustBaker
If you want the Vikings to trade back into Round 2 tonight, that is fine. But a reminder that next year's picks are about 55%-60% of their value. So, for example, to trade to about No. 40 or so, they'd have to give up Pick No. 97, a 2026 2nd-Rounder, and probably an extra 5th.

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I'd do this for Henderson, but that might be the only player I'd do this for. Just fyi, Henderson's consensus value is between 35 and 45. Man, do not make me start dreaming of Henderson behind the Maul of America. Btw, @JustInTime you need to TM that.

[purplefaithful]

Dustin Baker@DustBaker
If you want the Vikings to trade back into Round 2 tonight, that is fine. But a reminder that next year's picks are about 55%-60% of their value. So, for example, to trade to about No. 40 or so, they'd have to give up Pick No. 97, a 2026 2nd-Rounder, and probably an extra 5th.

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I'd do this for Henderson, but that might be the only player I'd do this for. Just fyi, Henderson's consensus value is between 35 and 45. Man, do not make me start dreaming of Henderson behind the Maul of America. Btw, @JustInTime you need to TM that.

Amen to that...I gotta quit dreaming.

[JustInTime]

Dustin Baker@DustBaker
If you want the Vikings to trade back into Round 2 tonight, that is fine. But a reminder that next year's picks are about 55%-60% of their value. So, for example, to trade to about No. 40 or so, they'd have to give up Pick No. 97, a 2026 2nd-Rounder, and probably an extra 5th.

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I'd do this for Henderson, but that might be the only player I'd do this for. Just fyi, Henderson's consensus value is between 35 and 45. Man, do not make me start dreaming of Henderson behind the Maul of America. Btw, @JustInTime you need to TM that.

Maul of America™

[Bullazin]

Devin Neal
Jacob Parrish
Dorian Strong
Savion Williams
Ty Robinson
Jordan Phillips

@97 names I like

[MAD GAINZ]

If we do a trade back scenario at 97 to get an early 4th and some change on Day 3...

Guys I like around that range:
Billy Bowman (S)
Andrew Mukuba (S)
Savion Williams (WR)
Jordan James (RB)
R.J. Harvey (RB)
JJ Pegues (DT)
Deon Walker (DT)

[medaille]

Dustin Baker@DustBaker
If you want the Vikings to trade back into Round 2 tonight, that is fine. But a reminder that next year's picks are about 55%-60% of their value. So, for example, to trade to about No. 40 or so, they'd have to give up Pick No. 97, a 2026 2nd-Rounder, and probably an extra 5th.

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I'd do this for Henderson, but that might be the only player I'd do this for. Just fyi, Henderson's consensus value is between 35 and 45. Man, do not make me start dreaming of Henderson behind the Maul of America. Btw, @JustInTime you need to TM that.

If that's a realistic possibility, you'd do that in a heartbeat, each and every day of the week.  In all reality our 2026 2nd picks is going to be roughly close to our current draft position (24th in the round).  It'd be like trading up plus getting your pick a year early for practically a 4th and a 5th.  Only downside is that you're cutting down on your quantity of picks you're getting.  Maybe 3 picks in a year is a little too lean, but I'd trade that for my secret draft crush Jaylin Noel.

[JR44]

Devin Neal
Jacob Parrish
Dorian Strong
Savion Williams
Ty Robinson
Jordan Phillips

@97 names I like

Great list, all would be solid picks.  I especially like Neal and Williams there, although think they would be more likely to go with Strong or Robinson.

[Kentis]

2025 NFL Draft: Top 5 remaining players at every position

The top five remaining players at every position, according to PFF’s Big Board, are listed below.

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QB | RB | WR | TE | T | iOL | DI | EDGE | LB | CB | S

Quarterbacks

1. Shedeur Sanders, Colorado

Sanders may be below average in stature and arm talent compared to NFL quarterbacks, but he plays the game cleanly, takes care of the football and is tough as nails with ice in his veins under pressure.

2. Jalen Milroe, Alabama

Milroe is the most physically gifted quarterback in the 2025 draft class, but he is still far too inconsistent in when and how he delivers the football. In a perfect world, he would be drafted with a plan to let him sit and develop.

3. Will Howard, Ohio State

Howard checks a lot of boxes: experience, size and a willingness to attack all coverages. He doesn't bring special arm talent, but he could develop into an NFL starter.

4. Riley Leonard, Notre Dame

Leonard is a tough, dual-threat quarterback with plus value as a runner, but his passing efficiency numbers reveal too many inconsistencies on a throw-by-throw basis for him to be an NFL starter. That will have to improve if he is to be more than a backup.

5. Tyler Shough, Louisville

Shough is one of the oldest prospects in the class and has an extensive injury history, but his size and arm talent are adequate enough to earn him a shot as an NFL backup.
Running Backs

1. Cameron Skattebo, Arizona State

Skattebo plays the game in a manner that is easy to love: with a massive chip on his shoulder. NFL teams will gravitate toward his mentality, balance, tackle-breaking ability and after-contact consistency. He has the physical makeup of a three-down back.

2. Dylan Sampson, Tennessee

Sampson is a speedster who pairs explosiveness with patience and vision. He has big-play potential behind any blocking scheme and could develop into a plus receiver, though he must cut down on fumbles.

3. Kaleb Johnson, Iowa

Johnson is a physically gifted running back who excels with the ball in his hands. As an early-down player, he can be successful behind any blocking scheme with good vision, light footwork and impressive burst and power. However, his lack of polish and reliability in third-down situations could keep him from being an every-down running back.

4. TreVeyon Henderson, Ohio State

Henderson, when playing confidently, shines with his agility and long speed. He lacks some size for tackle-breaking and pass-blocking, but he remains a high-effort player in those areas. He seems like a good speed component of an NFL committee, including for receiving work out of the backfield.

5. Quinshon Judkins, Ohio State

Judkins is a strong north-to-south runner who generates impressive speed-to-power for consistent yards after the catch. However, his game lacks the creativity needed to consistently win in the NFL, independent of his offensive line. Behind a good line, he could rack up yards. Behind a subpar one, he could struggle to stand out.