The Vikings could use a backup quarterback, but with needs at other positions, it would make sense for the team to wait and take a player later in the draft, or find a young quarterback in free agency that Minnesota could develop.
In regards to the NFL Draft option, Sports Illustrated highlighted some quarterbacks who the Vikings could take:
- James Morgan, Florida International
- Anthony Gordon, Washington State
- Cole McDonald, Hawaii
- Steven Montez, Colorado
- Jake Luton, Oregon State
As Sports Illustrated pointed out, McDonald ran a 4.58-second 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine. He’s a guy whose stock could rise because of that. I think similar to Oklahoma’s Jalen Hurts, he hasn’t always looked like the perfect pro prospect. Also like Hurts, though: he can add a new dimension to the Vikings’ offense with his speed.
Overall, I would like to see any of these guys go to the Vikings, especially if the team can get any of them past the fifth round.
