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Vikings' Alternate Draft Class: What-If Decisions
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In this unique podcast episode, Vikings Territory conducts a real-time draft simulation for the Minnesota Vikings in 2026, deviating from the actual draft picks. They select wide receiver Makai Lemon over defensive tackle Caleb Banks, followed by safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren in the second round. The third round brings edge rusher Jaishawn Barham, center Connor Lew, and running back Jonah Coleman. Later rounds feature cornerbacks, linebackers, and tackles. The simulation skips defensive tackles due to planned free agent signings and ignores a head-scratcher trade. Wide receivers are prioritized due to potential trades and cap space. Some players, like Lemon and McNeil-Warren, slide to the Vikings spot but get passed over. The podcast will revisit this draft class in 2028 or 2029 to evaluate their performance.
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