I'm less aware of most of yesterday's draft picks, but they did address some needs. I kind of like the idea that they drafted another defensive back from Notre Dame who played so well with one of their first round picks, Harrison Smith. Chemistry is so important for secondary and the guys have gotten to know each others habits for four years at Notre Dame.
I also like the idea that they took a virtual unknown tight end who is a good blocker and has soft hands. He's also good friends with our OTHER first round pick, Matt Kalil. These guys will be rooting for each other and those type of friendships might make the team better. I'm surprised they took him in the fourth round since he wasn't on anybody's radar, but maybe the Vikes know this kid well enough to take a chance.
What's weird is that they did the same thing at wide receiver. They took two very good teammates from Arkansas who have also been best friends all of their lives. Camaraderie and chemistry. The things that usually occur over time are built right into this Vikings draft. I like this philosophy a lot. It has the chance to pay big dividends right out of the gate.
Other pluses? The Vikes got an accurate place kicker with a strong leg knowing Longwell cannot go on forever. They did get a good prospect at linebacker as well.
The Vikings really look like they improved themselves in this draft. That's a step in the right direction. I'm going to start looking more closely at some of there other signings, now, to see if anything else stands out.
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