General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah wasn’t done acquiring more assets.
After trading down in the third round, Adofo-Mensah kicked off Day 3 of the 2023 NFL Draft by trading down 15 spots. In the process, Minnesota Vikings received a 2024 fifth-round pick from the Kansas City Chiefs.
With the 134th overall pick, the Vikings selected LSU safety Jay Ward.
Ward was considered the 179th overall prospect and safety 14 in this year’s class by Pro Football Networks’ Industry Consensus Big Board.
Like Mekhi Blackmon, Ward is considered a bit of a reach, but it seems the Vikings will be taking their guys, regardless of perceived value.