Vikings picks finalized for the 2025 NFL Draft
The Minnesota Vikings received a third-round compensatory pick in this year's draft. That will be the 97th overall pick, giving the Vikings four picks heading into draft weekend.
Minnesota also owns a first-round pick (24th overall) and two fifth-round picks (139th and 160th overall). The additional compensatory pick allows them to be active on the second day of the draft, which holds the second and third rounds.
The number of picks could change, as the Vikings are strong contenders to trade down in the first round after addressing several holes during the first week of free agency. A trade-down would add at least one additional pick, but potentially more, depending on how far down the Vikings are comfortable moving.
The #Vikings have been awarded a 3rd-round compensatory pick (#97 overall).
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) March 12, 2025
The team now holds four picks in this year's draft.
đź“°: https://t.co/rhkpAXIeGapic.twitter.com/pqXiO387VW
However, because they addressed so many needs in free agency, the Vikings could be a surprise candidate to trade up in the draft. If a talented prospect like Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty or Michigan defensive tackle Kenneth Grant were to fall to pick 20, the Vikings could see value in trading up to take them, knowing they don't have as many holes to address.
The Vikings were aggressive in last year's draft to acquire J.J. McCarthy and Dallas Turner, which is part of the reason they don't have many picks this year. But due to shrewd moves in free agency, Minnesota enters the 2025 draft with lots of flexibility.
This article originally appeared on Vikings Wire: Vikings 2025 NFL Draft picks are now finalized
Topics
-
Bucs awarded no compensatory picks for the 2025 NFL Draft
Bucs now know where they will be picking in each round of the draft after compensatory picks were announced.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
NFL announces 35 compensatory picks for the 2025 draft
The NFL awarded a total of 35 compensatory selections to 15 teams in the 2025 draft, the league announced Tuesday.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
49ers updated list of 2025 NFL draft picks after Jordan Mason trade to Vikings
The San Francisco 49ers dealt Jordan Mason to Minnesota so they could move up on Day 3 of the NFL draft.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
2025 NFL compensatory draft picks: Ravens, Cowboys, 49ers lead way with four awarded selections
The NFL announced its list of 2025 compensatory picks on TuesdayCBS Sports - 2d -
The NFL alters some late-round compensatory picks for the 2025 draft
NFL changes 7th-round comp picks, Saints take over a Dolphins pickYahoo Sports - 2d -
2025 NFL draft: List of Bills selections after comp picks are awarded, Kaiir Elam tradde
An updated view of the Buffalo Bills draft picks for the 2025 NFL Draft next month following the trade of Kaiir Elam.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Dolphins docked a draft pick after NFL 'recalculation' of compensatory formula
The NFL announced Friday they mistakenly gave the Dolphins a pick for Cedrick Wilson Jr. earlier in the week.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
NFL changes compensatory pick allotment, giving one to Saints and taking one from Dolphins
Someone at the league office forgot to check their work before announcing the compensatory picks for the 2025 NFL draft.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
In surprise move, the Saints are getting a comp pick in the 2025 NFL draft after all
The Saints are getting a comp pick in the 2025 NFL draft after all. Here's how the NFL botched it and what they've done to clean up the mess.Yahoo Sports - 2d
More from Yahoo Sports
-
Report: Newcastle eye versatile attacker for transfer, Isak plans laid bare
Newcastle are keeping a close eye on Randal Kolo Muani as a possible replacement for Alexander Isak, according to reports from Italy.The club recently claimed victory in the Carabao Cup – their ...Yahoo Sports - 8m -
Report: Newcastle eye versatile attacker for transfer, Isak plans laid bare
Newcastle are keeping a close eye on Randal Kolo Muani as a possible replacement for Alexander Isak, according to reports from Italy.The club recently claimed victory in the Carabao Cup – their ...Yahoo Sports - 8m -
Fight over planned redevelopment of White Stadium by Boston NWSL continues with trial
Boston’s NWSL club, which recently announced it is changing its name after a negative response to its first attempt, is now hoping for a different type of win in court this week. On Tuesday, the ...Yahoo Sports - 16m -
Fight over planned redevelopment of White Stadium by Boston NWSL continues with trial
Boston’s NWSL club, which recently announced it is changing its name after a negative response to its first attempt, is now hoping for a different type of win in court this week. On Tuesday, the ...Yahoo Sports - 16m -
How Louisville and Kentucky basketball experience compare to recent NCAA Tournament teams
Louisville and Kentucky basketball are top-10 in KenPom's experience rankings. How do they compare to successful NCAA Tournament teams of years past?Yahoo Sports - 16m
More in Sports
-
Report: Newcastle eye versatile attacker for transfer, Isak plans laid bare
Newcastle are keeping a close eye on Randal Kolo Muani as a possible replacement for Alexander Isak, according to reports from Italy.The club recently claimed victory in the Carabao Cup – their ...Yahoo Sports - 8m -
Report: Newcastle eye versatile attacker for transfer, Isak plans laid bare
Newcastle are keeping a close eye on Randal Kolo Muani as a possible replacement for Alexander Isak, according to reports from Italy.The club recently claimed victory in the Carabao Cup – their ...Yahoo Sports - 8m -
Fight over planned redevelopment of White Stadium by Boston NWSL continues with trial
Boston’s NWSL club, which recently announced it is changing its name after a negative response to its first attempt, is now hoping for a different type of win in court this week. On Tuesday, the ...Yahoo Sports - 16m -
Fight over planned redevelopment of White Stadium by Boston NWSL continues with trial
Boston’s NWSL club, which recently announced it is changing its name after a negative response to its first attempt, is now hoping for a different type of win in court this week. On Tuesday, the ...Yahoo Sports - 16m -
How Louisville and Kentucky basketball experience compare to recent NCAA Tournament teams
Louisville and Kentucky basketball are top-10 in KenPom's experience rankings. How do they compare to successful NCAA Tournament teams of years past?Yahoo Sports - 16m