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Vikings Mock Draft: Thieneman & Dennis-Sutton

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ESPNs Field Yates predicts the Minnesota Vikings will bolster their defense in the 2026 NFL Draft, selecting safety Dillon Thieneman in the first round and Penn State pass rusher Dani Dennis-Sutton in the second. This move aims to address depth concerns on the edge, following potential trades and last years injuries. Dennis-Suttons impressive combine performance and pressure stats from 2025 make him an attractive option for coach Kevin OConnell.

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Vikings Mock Draft: Thieneman & Dennis-Sutton

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NFL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Vikings Mock Draft: Thieneman & Dennis-Sutton. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

0:00On March 27th, the 2026 NFL Draft heads to Pittsburgh next April, and fans are already buzzing about the Minnesota Vikings and their potential picks. In his latest mock draft, ESPN analyst Field Yates projects the Vikings grabbing safety Dylan Theiman in the first round to bolster there. Secondary, meanwhile, Yates sees them doubling down on defense in Round 2 with Penn State Danny Dennis Sutton. This 6' 6", 256 lb standout brings serious power after back-to-back seasons with eight and a half sacks each. The pick makes sense as the Vikings eye-depth on the edge. They might trade outside linebacker Jonathan Greenert, and last year's injuries left their past rush banged up as the roster aged. Adding Dennis Sutton would rotate and fresh talent either way. Giving coach Kevin O'Connell more options up front. Scouts loved his combine performance, highlighting his pressure stats from 2025. With the draft still months away, Mox like this keep the conversation hot as Minnesota

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