10 most valuable Vikings draft picks of last decade

See the 10 most valuable Vikings draft picks of the last decade, determined by Pro Football Reference’s Career Approximate Value.

TE Kyle Rudolph, second round, 2011

Rudolph has been a beacon of consistency during his time with the Vikings.

He has started all 16 regular season games for five consecutive seasons. The tight end needs just four touchdown receptions to pass Sammy White for fourth all-time in that stat in Vikings history, and six to pass Anthony Carter for third in team history.

He was recently named Minnesota’s most underrated player by Sports Illustrated.

Career Approximate Value: 32