2020 NFL mock draft: Final 1st-round projections with trades

Luke Easterling makes his final projections for the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft, with a handful of big trades and surprise picks

25. Minnesota Vikings

Brandon Aiyuk | WR | Arizona State

After trading away Diggs and addressing their biggest need on defense with a corner at No. 22 overall, the Vikings need to use this pick to replace their big-play receiver.

There are tons of pass-catchers worth considering here, but Aiyuk is the most complete of those still available in this scenario. He’s a well-built player with a rock-solid frame, which makes him tough to bring down after the catch. He’s also got enough speed to challenge defenses over the top, and he’s a polished route runner.

Kirk Cousins needs a receiver who can start immediately opposite Adam Thielen, and Aiyuk is ready for that challenge.