After the conclusion of the NFL draft on Saturday, the Minnesota Vikings promptly announced their roster of undrafted free agents. Along with the seven players that were picked during the draft, including first-rounders J.J. McCarthy and Dallas Turner, the Vikings have agreed to terms with an impressive 17 undrafted players.
These newcomers come from a diverse range of positions and schools, including offensive lineman Matt Cindric from California, linebacker K.J. Cloyd from Miami, and wide receiver Jeshaun Jones from Maryland. The Vikings are welcoming additions from schools such as Kentucky, Toledo, Mercer, South Carolina, Arizona, Florida International, Arkansas, UCLA, West Virginia, Marshall, Air Force, North Carolina and Oregon.
As the team prepares to integrate these newcomers into life as NFL players, they will be looking for these undrafted free agents to make a significant impact and contribute to the team’s success in the upcoming season. With a mix of talent from various schools and positions, the Vikings are hopeful that they have found some hidden gems amongst their undrafted additions.