NFL analysts 5-round mock draft paint fascinating picture for 2025 with high-upside prospects

The Minnesota Vikings will be a team to watch when it comes to the NFL Draft on April 24th.  With just four picks to their name, the Vikings are likely to trade down. Who they will trade down with and what could they end up getting in return? NFL.com's Chad Reuter did a five-round mock […]

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Nov 30, 2024; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies running back Bhayshul Tuten (33) runs the ball against Virginia Cavaliers defensive end Miles Greene (14) during the fourth quarter at Lane Stadium.
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The Minnesota Vikings will be a team to watch when it comes to the NFL Draft on April 24th. 

With just four picks to their name, the Vikings are likely to trade down. Who they will trade down with and what could they end up getting in return?

NFL.com's Chad Reuter did a five-round mock draft where the Vikings traded down with the Kansas City Chiefs, picking up third and fourth-round picks.

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31. Azareye'h Thomas, CB, Florida State

Scouting Report

While Thomas' lackluster 40-yard dash (4.6 range) at Florida State's pro day might scare off some teams, the Vikings could really use his size on the outside to complement returning starter Byron Murphy Jr. and newly acquired Isaiah Rodgers.

Thomas is a fascinating cornerback prospect. He is tall, rangy, and long, but there are some concerns about how he would translate to the Vikings' defense. Thomas is primarily a press-man cornerback who does a really good job in staying in-phase and attacking the ball in the air.

Where he struggles is in zone coverage. Thomas doesn't have great read and react skills and ran a 4.6 second 40-yard dash. Those elements could eliminate him from being a selection for the Vikings.

95. Wyatt Milum, OG, West Virginia

Milum was mainly a tackle while playing at West Virginia. There are some concerns about him playing tackle at the next level with his length, but those are mitigated at guard. He could compete on the inside with Blake Brandel and provide flexibility at tackle in a pinch.

97. Marques Sigle, S, Kansas State

After getting Thomas at the top of the draft, the Vikings still have a need in the secondary, especially at safety. Sigle is an interesting prospect, especially when it comes to special teams. The Vikings could use help in both areas and Sigle's athleticism would be a nice addition.

133. Bhayshul Tuten, RB, Virginia Tech

In a very deep running back class, Tuten often gets overlooked. In an outside zone heavy approach, he would thrive with his speed, quickness, and one cut ability. The one main reason why Tuten falls is his ball security issues. He had four fumbles this past season and nine in 600 career carries. That's basically one every 67 carries. Despite his home run ability, that's a big issue.

139. Tyler Batty, EDGE, BYU

Getting help on the defensive line should be a priority for the Vikings during the NFL Draft, but is it a smart move to draft a tweener like Batty? He fits best as a 4-3 5T who can put his hand in the ground and get down and dirty. Is there potential for Batty to gain 15-20 lbs so he can play as a 3-4 DE? That's a big question.

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