The Vikings are coming off a draft with limited picks, but they're now heading into 2026 reloaded. General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has shown he can build a roster through free agency, but the draft remains a work in progress. He has improved significantly since his first class in 2022, but 2026 is expected to be a pivotal year.

The Minnesota Vikings were one of the most surprising teams in the NFL last year en route to a 14-3 regular season record. That did not the team's front office from making a big change at quarterback heading into 2025.