Every mock draft we’ve seen thus far has the Vikings taking an offensive lineman, which makes complete sense considering that unit was a mess for the team last season.
But in Matt Miller’s recent mock from Bleach Report on Sunday night, the Vikings select Michigan linebacker Devin Bush with the 18th overall pick.
Here’s what Miller wrote about the pick:
Bush has developed into a force at linebacker since being a top high school recruit three seasons ago. He might not have great height at a listed 5’11”, but his 240-pound frame is stout. Paired with his excellent athleticism and instincts, Bush has all the tools to be an impressive rookie starter as a three-down impact player.
I’m not sure if I love the pick, although I do really like Devin Bush. It’s just hard to justify this team taking anything other than an offensive lineman with its first pick, even if Anthony Barr is likely gone.
Your thoughts?
