If Anthony Harris ends up staying with the Vikings, the team can take an easier approach to the NFL Draft.
The Pioneer Press’ Chris Tomasson reported that Harris and the Vikings have been active lately in discussing a long-term extension for the safety.
Solidifying Harris at safety helps the Vikings focus on positions other than safety in the offseason. Harris, paired with fellow starting safety Harrison Smith, can help Minnesota not have to draft a corner incredibly early.
The team reportedly lost starting corners Xavier Rhodes and Trae Waynes in the offseason. The Vikings also saw Mackensie Alexander sign somewhere else. Corner is still a crucial pick for the team, considering the rookie could very well be a starter, but it’s no longer priority No. 1 if Harris and Smith are back deep to protect, and cover up mistakes that the corners make.
Here is how the most recent mock simulation from Vikings Wire shook out across all teams.
Here are my picks and why I chose them.
Round 1: Alabama WR Jerry Jeudy
Jeudy is an exciting choice for the Vikings in the first round, because he’s the full package. He can play in the slot or out wide. He’s an effective route-runner with big play potential and speed. I think he’d be a good pairing with Adam Thielen at wide receiver if the Vikings took him.