Vikings host notable Big Ten running back ahead of NFL Draft
The Minnesota Vikings are heavy into the NFL Draft prep as they are continuing to host NFL Draft prospects as they get closer to the event. The league's annual selection meeting is just nine days away and the Vikings are set to host a notable prospect to work them out and get to know them better.
The team will be hosting someone that their franchise quarterback, J.J. McCarthy, should be familiar with in Kalel Mullings. The Michigan running back spent five seasons with the team and waited for his redshirt senior season to be the guy to lead the Wolverine backfield.
When he took over the offense, Mullings ran for 948 yards and 12 touchdowns. Most notably, he ran for 116 yards on 32 attempts against the Ohio State Buckeyes in their season finale upset.
Mullings would most likely be a day-three pick for the team and serve as a rotational option behind Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason. He could be a longterm play for the team but for now he has shown he is okay waiting for his opportunity and staying ready in the process.
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