All the Vikings News: April 19
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The following is news applicable to the Minnesota Vikings on April 19, 2021 — via tweet. This is updated throughout the day.
This is one of the good OL that the Vikings could still pursue. Maybe not anymore.
A piece of interesting free agent news: #Steelers FA OT Alejandro Villanueva is set to visit the #Ravens this week, league source said. With some moving parts on Baltimore’s O-line, they plan to check out Villanueva in person.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 19, 2021
2nd Pro Day for Lance.
North Dakota St. QB Trey Lance has his second Pro Day today, and #49ers GM John Lynch and coach Kyle Shanahan will be in attendance. So will officials from the #Falcons, #Broncos, and #Patriots. With less than two weeks to go, a final look at a top QB.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 19, 2021
10 Days. 10 Picks for MIN.
We are now just ? days until the NFL Draft.
Seven teams have at least 10 picks: Eagles (11) plus the Jaguars, Jets, Cowboys, Patriots, Vikings and Packers.
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) April 19, 2021
Top WRs per Pro Football Focus.
PFF's FINAL WR Rankings for the 2021 Draft
Check out the rest of PFF's Big Board⤵️https://t.co/bjP2df0KWw pic.twitter.com/8w8VvY4fwd
— PFF (@PFF) April 19, 2021
4/18/98.
It was 23 years ago today that the #Vikings selected WR Randy Moss with the No. 21 pick in the first round of the NFL draft, one of their greatest picks ever.
— Chris Tomasson (@christomasson) April 18, 2021
A Sosa Mock.
First 7 round Vikings mock.. I traded with Washington.. how did I do? #NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/DwsWA8mQMq
— Rick Sosa (@sosarick) April 19, 2021
Mr. Patrick making a point.
It's pretty annoying that the national media continues to point to the departure of Anthony Harris as a reason for why the #Vikings didn't improve this offseason
He had one good season
One
Stop acting like they just lost Ed Reed in his prime pic.twitter.com/tUyoPFYmHq
— Adam Patrick (@Str8_Cash_Homey) April 19, 2021
Hitman was married last weekend.
Harrison Smith is married now.
Sorry ladies. #vikings pic.twitter.com/tjA60Vu8QA
— Ali Siddiqui (@asiddiqui15) April 18, 2021
Will be tricky to screw up, Nick says.
Knock on wood but given the depth of this OL class and how many crazy edge athletes there are for Coach Patterson to coach up, it's hard to see the #Vikings screwing this draft up. They should be able to nab multiple rookie contributors in the first few rounds.
— Nick Olson (@NickOlsonNFL) April 18, 2021
Orlando Brown trade could be the real deal.
The more I look at this draft board, the more I think the Ravens & Vikings will do the Brown JR pick swap trade. I believe 1 of the top 3 WRs will be there at #14 but the 3 top OT's will be gone. Perfect storm. Nobody else in the market for OT can offer a pick as high as #14.
— Vikings Spin (@vikingsspin) April 19, 2021
Another draft name to watch.
I really like him as a fit for the Vikings. He‘d give them a vertical target besides Jefferson which could give the Vikings the opportunity to use Jefferson in more ways. https://t.co/CHB5oCMtKg
— Jonas Stärk (@JonasStaerk) April 19, 2021
A mock draft from the author of the article you’re reading.
‘Twas only a matter of time until our very own Dustin Baker broke down his own #nFL / #Vikings mock draft!https://t.co/t6vragCs4m
— Vikings Territory (@vikingterritory) April 19, 2021
Leatherwood.
@Jordan_Reid & @nacholeber & Chad Reuter agree Alex Leatherwood is a good player. He is a scheme fit for the #Vikings. Alex will excel in a run first/quick pass offense. Pick 14 is probably too high however but should be considered if the Vikings trade down to gain picks. #Skol https://t.co/bO79KOQMW9
— VikingsDaily (@VikingsDaily) April 18, 2021
No Vikings presence at Lance’s Pro Day 2.
The #Vikings are not scheduled to be at home state stud Trey Lance’s second Pro Day tomorrow. OC Klint Kubiak is said to have done extensive work on Lance (and many other QBs). Realistically, he’s not getting to MN at 14. pic.twitter.com/eg02H5lYGl
— Darren Wolfson (@DWolfsonKSTP) April 18, 2021
Wedding photos.
The Hitman off the market. #Vikings pic.twitter.com/g6bdQpjlBR
— Footballzone (@UReady4Football) April 18, 2021
The Vikings Age‘s prospect to watch if they fall.
There are some intriguing prospects that could fall to the #Vikings in the first round of the 2021 NFL Drafthttps://t.co/qUYS1V0djH
— The Viking Age (@TheVikingAge) April 19, 2021
Wolfson vehemently strikes down a Joe Webb/Trey Lance comparison.
Webb entering the 2010 Draft and Lance entering the 2021 Draft is a moronic comparison.
— Darren Wolfson (@DWolfsonKSTP) April 18, 2021
Vikings TE1.
TE1 Irv ? https://t.co/UhbTzRgH7Y
— PFF MIN Vikings (@PFF_Vikings) April 19, 2021
Statistical perspective on how much Dan Bailey struggled in 2020.
Who were the best (and shakiest) field goal kickers of the 2020 regular season?
This chart compares actual FG% to expected FG% based on distance. pic.twitter.com/s22sM5lacK
— Mike Clay (@MikeClayNFL) April 18, 2021
Verdict is in on DE from Pelissero.
“[The #Vikings] obviously feel like they need to balance out the defensive line. Whether it’s the first, the second or the third, I would fully anticipate they’re going to draft an edge player relatively high.”
–@TomPelissero https://t.co/L3kU567DUt
— Sean Borman (@SeanBormanNFL) April 19, 2021
This one is a gem.
Say what? ? pic.twitter.com/kiIs7dPwQo
— Rick Sosa (@sosarick) April 19, 2021
Ope. Paul Allen is in on Kellen Mond.
I am becoming a "Mondiac" and am not afraid to admit it. #KellenKovenant
— Paul Allen (@PAOnTheMic) April 19, 2021
That’s a wrap for Smith.
????????: Alex Smith announces retirement after 16-year careerhttps://t.co/3lYr6naYAm pic.twitter.com/VLARbwVES8
— Around The NFL (@AroundTheNFL) April 19, 2021
Trade buzz percolating.
10 days until the #vikings trade for Orlando Brown Jr?
Right now the gap of the OL being good is that far, but getting him would be unreal. pic.twitter.com/6TgklMkM6m
— Ali Siddiqui (@asiddiqui15) April 19, 2021
23 years ago today on Birk.
On this day 23 years ago (April 19, 1998), the #Vikings selected St. Paul native and Cretin-Derham Hall High School graduate Matt Birk in the sixth round of the NFL draft. It turned out to be a steal, with the center and Harvard graduate making six Pro Bowls for the Vikings.
— Chris Tomasson (@christomasson) April 19, 2021
Late mention that the Vikings are one of two teams forfeiting a draft pick.
ESPN: There are two teams forfeiting draft picks this year. The New England Patriots forfeit their third-round pick because of their filming of the Cincinnati Bengals' sideline in 2019, and the Minnesota Vikings forfeit their seventh-round pick because of a salary-cap (1/2)
— Bill Porter (@BMack764) April 13, 2021
No voluntary workouts for the Vikings.
A statement from the Minnesota Vikings players: pic.twitter.com/yTZVc48BNt
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) April 19, 2021
Workout bonus stff.
As noted last week, 10 #Vikings players have workout bonuses related to spring drills. They are: Kendricks, Hunter, Smith, Barr, Tomlinson, Thielen, Cook and Ham for $100,000, Vigil for $50,000 and Cole for $31,250.
— Chris Tomasson (@christomasson) April 19, 2021
This is actually quite funny to read.
Random quote from a top decision maker on the 2021 NFL Draft: “This is the worst defensive tackle draft I’ve ever seen.” There could still be one or even two in the first round. But the overall depth clearly isn’t there.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 19, 2021
The ‘ol long snapper retires.
Former #Vikings long snapper @KMcD47 officially announced his retirement from the NFL a few days ago on LinkedIn.
One of the best people you could ever even ask to meet in the NFL.
All the best to Kevin and his family, and I know he will crush it in his next venture.#SKOL pic.twitter.com/dKpoz8LDo8
— Eric Smith (@Eric_L_Smith) April 19, 2021
Trey showing off.
Makes it look easy ? #NDSUProDay pic.twitter.com/rNcQ6Ot4LX
— NDSU Football (@NDSUfootball) April 19, 2021
Tough to put a finger on these teams.
Toughest 1st Round Picks to Project:
7. Lions
9. Broncos
11. Giants
16. Cardinals
20. Bears
25. Jaguars
30. Bills
32. Bucs— Jordan Reid (@Jordan_Reid) April 19, 2021
Purple FTW believes in Jaelan Phillips.
The health issues are a MAJOR concern, but if Jaelan Phillips can stay healthy… He will be a force in the NFL. pic.twitter.com/EmpZXmwD6o
— Purple FTW! Podcast (@PurpleForTheWin) April 19, 2021
Love for AVT.
Alijah Vera-Tucker's film is about as clean as you can get … and then he does this at his pro day (adjusted position to OG) https://t.co/6TsvWnO7pg pic.twitter.com/wO2utTyQOE
— John Shipley (@_John_Shipley) April 19, 2021
Dalvin always leads these things. What a creature.
Highest PFF receiving grade among RBs last season (min. 30+ targets)
1. Dalvin Cook – 89.0
2. Jonathan Taylor – 83.9
3. Alvin Kamara – 82.2
4. David Montgomery – 81.7 pic.twitter.com/zw5RLV19eG— PFF Fantasy Football (@PFF_Fantasy) April 19, 2021