Minnesota already has 10 draft picks for the 2021 NFL draft and due to compensatory picks, more could be on the way.
According to Over The Cap, Minnesota is projected to receive a fourth-round pick and a sixth-round pick for compensatory selections (H/T Daily Norseman).
On account of Trae Waynes’ free agency departure last offseason, Minnesota is projected to receive the fourth-round pick. Mackensie Alexander leaving leads to the Vikings getting the projected sixth-round pick.
Minnesota has another important draft coming up, with certain key veterans possibly being cap casualties this offseason. Like Justin Jefferson and Cameron Dantzler, there should be some rookies who may jump right into a starting role for the upcoming season.
The more draft picks, the better chance the Vikings have of landing game-changing talent. Compensatory picks would certainly help.
