Minnesota Vikings Secure Four of Five 2025 NFL Draft Picks Ahead of Rookie Minicamp, Awaiting First-Round Selection Donovan Jackson’s Contract Completion to Solidify Offensive Line Reinforcements
The Minnesota Vikings have successfully signed four of their five 2025 NFL Draft selections, as the team prepares for rookie minicamp at the Twin Cities Orthopedics Performance Center. The signed players include wide receiver Tai Felton, defensive lineman Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins, linebacker Kobe King, and tight end Gavin Bartholomew. First-round pick Donovan Jackson, an offensive guard from Ohio State, remains unsigned but is expected to finalize his contract soon. (vikings.com, SI, Daily Norseman)
Jackson, selected 24th overall, is anticipated to sign a four-year contract valued at approximately $17.2 million, including a fifth-year team option, as per standard rookie agreements. Despite the pending contract, Jackson is participating in the team’s rookie minicamp, demonstrating his commitment to integrating into the team’s system. (Yardbarker)
- The Vikings’ 2025 draft strategy focused on bolstering both offensive and defensive lines. Jackson is projected to start at left guard, joining a revamped offensive line that includes free-agent additions Will Fries and Ryan Kelly. On the defensive front, Ingram-Dawkins adds depth to a line featuring veterans Jonathan Allen and Jason Hargrave.(Pride Of Detroit, Daily Norseman)
Wide receiver Tai Felton, a third-round pick, is expected to compete for the No. 3 receiver spot, providing additional options for the Vikings’ passing game. Linebacker Kobe King and tight end Gavin Bartholomew, both sixth-round selections, are anticipated to contribute on special teams and provide depth at their respective positions.(Heavy Sports, Daily Norseman)
The Vikings’ rookie minicamp sessions, including media-accessible practices, offer an opportunity for these new additions to acclimate to the team’s culture and playbook. The organization remains optimistic about finalizing Jackson’s contract promptly, ensuring full participation from all draft picks as they prepare for the upcoming season.
