Vikings Top 30 Visits

I think the disagreement on Anthony Hill Jr. and why he's ranked all over the place comes from his positional uncertainty. He can play off-ball but does he have the take-on or the instincts to do that in the NFL? He can rush the passer, but he's not really an edge either. Or will the fact that he can do both appeal to a guy like Flores who values versatility more than anything?

MaroonBells wrote:
I think the disagreement on Anthony Hill Jr. and why he's ranked all over the place comes from his positional uncertainty. He can play off-ball but does he have the take-on or the instincts to do that in the NFL? He can rush the passer, but he's not really an edge either. Or will the fact that he can do both appeal to a guy like Flores who values versatility more than anything?

That's just it and I think for a guy like Flores, Hill would appeal even more because of his versatility and being able to stick a big athlete in the middle of your defense who can play all over the field, is instinctive and excels in zone coverage. I think his ability to blitz from anywhere and get to the quarterback would also be appealing. Flores doesn't use the typical "big thumpers" at the linebacker position and we saw that last year with Pace taking a seat and Wilson taking his position. You see what Flores did with Wilson, imagine the things he could scheme up with a guy like Hill.

And again, this is why I'm advocating for trading Greenard. If you can add another high to mid second round pick, or maybe even a late 1st from a team like New England with some change thrown in, you do it. I think it's hard to imagine for some without attaching names to it, but if you have three of the top 49 picks in this draft and you can parlay them into, say; Jordyn Tyson, Caleb Banks, and Anthony Hill...I think starting to build a young core of talent is more important than keeping Greenard, his new contract, and a snap split with Dalls Turner.

Unlike last year, the Minnesota Vikings will have plenty of options to bring in young talent, as they have far more picks going into the 2026 NFL Draft.

One position of interest for the Vikings is at defensive tackle as they look to rebuild their defensive line after several losses in the offseason. Minnesota had to release veterans Jonathan Allen and Javon Hargrave to save money against the cap.

Minnesota has a target in mind already in the draft, as Essentially Sports' NFL analyst Tony Pauline reported that the Vikings have a 30-minute visit with Iowa State defensive tackle Dom Orange. As a third-team All-Big 12 selection last year, Orange had 18 tackles and one pass deflection with the Cyclones.

Minnesota Vikings have scheduled a visit with DL prospect Dom Orange
There have been some questions about Orange because he was unable to work out at the NFL Combine. Pauline shared how he did in his most recent workout for NFL teams.

"Orange measured 6-foot-2 and 321 pounds, hit 31.5 inches in the vertical jump, completed 27 reps on the bench, and ran the 40 once, timing 5.15 seconds, though he did pull up after 35 yards due to tightness in his hamstring.

His 10-yard split came in between 1.68 and 1.70 seconds, a terrific mark. His short shuttle time of 4.65 seconds was also impressive."

The top guy on the defensive line at tackle is Jalen Redmond, who has emerged as one of the most underrated in the NFL. Minnesota also has Levi Drake Rodriguez and Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins as potential starters as well for 2026.

There is a chance the Vikings could look on Day 1 or 2 for a defensive tackle. If they are looking for a sleeper pick on Day 3, Orange fits that description.

While Orange won't be a pass rusher in the NFL, his run-stopping skills are solid, and he can cause disruption without the stats showing it. Throw him in the middle of the line on first and second down to stop the run, and he could do well in that role.

The 2026 season will most likely feature a lot of Vikings rookies getting significant playing time, and Orange would be a solid rotational player on the team if Minnesota selects him.

This article was originally published on thevikingage.com as Vikings eye potential game-changing prospect hiding deep in draft pool.

NorseFeathers wrote:
Vikings top 30 Visits Iowa State DT Domonique Orange has five official 30 visits, including the Vikings.  IPP DL Uar Bernard, Vikings are interested in hosting. Texas LB Anthony Hill Jr. will take a 30 visit with the Vikings. Wisconsin OLB Mason Reiger will visit the Vikings. Clemson OT Tristan Leigh will take a 30 visit with the Vikings. He also has a private workout set up with the team. Nebraska RB Emmett Johnson will visit the Vikings. Washington RB Jonah Coleman has a 30 visit set up with the Vikings. Wake Forest RB Demond Claiborne had a 30 vist with the Vikings. Georgia TE Oscar Delp has seven 30 visits scheduled so far, including with the Vikings. Wisconsin TE Lance Mason took a 30 visit with the Vikings. Georgia State WR Ted Hurst will visit the Vikings. Wisconsin WR Vinny Anthony has a 30 visit with the Vikings.

Pro Days/Private Workouts
Arizona DB Treydan Stukes had dinner with the Vikings before his pro day.
South Carolina DB Jalon Kilgore met privately with the Vikings before his pro day.
Stephen F. Austin DB Charles Demmings met with the Vikings at his pro day, who also ran his positional drills.
San Diego State DB Chris Johnson met with the Vikings at his pro day and the team also ran the position drills at the event.
Ole Miss DT Zxavian Harris met with the Vikings at his pro day.
Arkansas DT Cam Ball met privately with the Vikings before his pro day.
Oklahoma DT Gracen Halton met with the Vikings at his pro day.
Cincinnati LB Jack Dingle met privately with the Vikings.
Oregon OG Emmanuel Pregnon met with the Vikings at his pro day.
OL Jayden Williams, Vikings also have a private workout.
Oregon OL Alex Harkey will work out privately for the Vikings following his pro day.
Clemson OT Tristan Leigh will take a 30 visit with the Vikings. He also has a private workout set up with the team.
Georgia Tech QB Haynes King met privately with the Vikings before his pro day.
South Carolina RB Rahsul Faison also met privately with the Vikings.
Georgia State WR Ted Hurst met with the Vikings’ WR coach at his pro day.

Combine Formal Interviews
Arizona CB Treydan Stukes had 14 formal Combine interviews, including with the Vikings.
Ohio State DT Kayden McDonald said he had a formal Combine interview with the Vikings.
Florida OT Austin Barber said he had a formal Combine interview with the Vikings.
Miami OT Markel Bell had a formal Combine interview with the Vikings.
Nebraska RB Emmett Johnson had a formal meeting with the Vikings.
Penn State RB Kaytron Allen interviewed formally with the Vikings.
Connecticut WR Skyler Bell said he met with the Vikings at the Combine.

All-Star Circuit
North Carolina Central RB Chris Mosley met with the Vikings at the HBCU Legacy Bowl.

https://nfltraderumors.co/2026-nfl-draft-visit-tracker/

None of the big name safeties in that list.  Trying to conceal interest?

MaroonBells wrote:
I think the disagreement on Anthony Hill Jr. and why he's ranked all over the place comes from his positional uncertainty. He can play off-ball but does he have the take-on or the instincts to do that in the NFL? He can rush the passer, but he's not really an edge either. Or will the fact that he can do both appeal to a guy like Flores who values versatility more than anything?

I think flores values IQ more than anything.  That kind of fits with versatility, but is more than just physically able to play more than one position.  Having the smarts to do it well, changing responsibilities from one play to the next, or even within the play.

If they are looking for a sleeper pick on Day 3, Orange fits that description.

I'd be surprised if Orange were still on the board on day three. If we go elsewhere in the 1st, I like Orange as early as the 2nd round, no later than the 3rd.

Source tells me that Cincinnati wide receiver Jeff Caldwell is on the Minnesota Vikings 30 visit list.

He posted monster numbers at the Combine. https://t.co/LChkhjikh6’s Athleticism Score for him was a 99.

Last year he had 32 catches for 478 yards and 6 TDs

— Matthew Coller (@MatthewColler) April 10, 2026

JustInTime wrote:
https://x.com/matthewcoller/status/2042707867027779874?s=46&t=TjjB9Q4BmOwmN74RrrMjoQ

Looks like day-three developmental receiver. You would think 6-5, 216, 4.31 speed and a 42-inch vert would explode off the tape, but it doesn't really seem to. Piece of clay for McCardell.

StickierBuns wrote:

So this is why the silliest season of all for the NFL is Draft season, beyond even free agency. The 'rumor' is Minnesota brass is focusing on production over potential in this Draft....ok....so why are most of the Top 30 invitees the exact opposite? This guy is a great example. Its because that 'rumor' is bullshit.

I don't think it's cut and dried like that. I think meetings are typically with players they still have questions abouit. For example, Vikings have met with Demond Claiborne "multiple" times. He had some maturity issues early on. Vikings probably just want to make sure they're comfortable with him before they're on the clock.

Plus, we don't even know if the production over traits thing is even true. Sounds like bullshit coachspeak to me. It's like BPA:  "We're going to take the best players available regardless of need."  Yeah, sure you are. Everyone says that but they don't really mean it.

MaroonBells wrote:
Plus, we don't even know if the production over traits thing is even true. Sounds like bullshit coachspeak to me. It's like BPA:  "We're going to take the best players available regardless of need."  Yeah, sure you are. Everyone says that but they don't really mean it.

Vikings recent drafts would have gone better if they just went bpa.  But teams do think in terms of needs for better or worse.

As for coach speak, have you heard we're having a quarterback competition this summer?  Very exciting, may the best man win.

p.s. Kevin O'Connell was heard mumbling drunk at the NFL Combine bar, "Kyler ish the besht man so take THAT, Klazee Adoopo Menflah!  BELCH."

comet52 wrote:

Vikings recent drafts would have gone better if they just went bpa.  But teams do think in terms of needs for better or worse.

As for coach speak, have you heard we're having a quarterback competition this summer?  Very exciting, may the best man win.

p.s. Kevin O'Connell was heard mumbling drunk at the NFL Combine bar, "Kyler ish the besht man so take THAT, Klazee Adoopo Menflah!  BELCH."

I'm convinced that for some BPA just means "take a WR."

.@nfldraftscout wrote this week that he's heard the Vikings will "target players with higher college production over potential or traits" on Day 2.

If that's the case, these eight players make sense: https://t.co/4vfwau1n1l

— Will Ragatz (@WillRagatz) April 12, 2026

JustInTime wrote:
https://x.com/willragatz/status/2043459741431545913?s=46&t=TjjB9Q4BmOwmN74RrrMjoQ

That's a damn good list of players. With the exception of maybe Bell, give me any two of 'em and I'll be happy.

Former #Oregon TE Kenyon Sadiq will reportedly meet with the #Vikings as one of Minnesota's top-30 visits before next week's NFL Draft

(Per OnSI's @BriAmaranthus) pic.twitter.com/gz0X436nOW

— Adam Patrick (@adampatrickNFL) April 13, 2026

That makes 3 TE visits.

Indiana @IndianaFootball All-American, national champion safety Louis Moore @llm__11 (six interceptions last season) one of most instinctive playmakers #NFLDraft visited #Colts (#Cowboys visit invite conflicted with Pro Day)
Zoom meeting with #Vikings today
Over 25 meetings… pic.twitter.com/Ah4j5Jfht3

— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) April 13, 2026

Stick-and-pick Vikings mock taking only players they’ve reportedly met with or had in for top 30 visits*

*plus Logan Jones as the best available C, a position where there are no reports of contact with any prospect but they pretty much have to draft one pic.twitter.com/0Y2dTaEtre

— Krauser (@Krauserrific) April 16, 2026

MaroonBells wrote:
https://x.com/Krauserrific/status/2044801573163831778?s=20

What a weird exercise to go through....

I luv me any football player named Scooby