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USA Today
13-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Field Yates likes one specific Vikings draft pick to make an impact in 2025
Field Yates likes one specific Vikings draft pick to make an impact in 2025 The 2025 NFL Draft is an important one for the Minnesota Vikings. Despite not having many picks, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah made the most of them, and one of them is not getting some extra attention from a notable analyst at ESPN. Field Yates wrote up his most impactful non-Round 1 picks, and he brought up the Vikings' selection of Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins out of Georgia. Yates writes, "Minnesota overhauled its defensive line this offseason with a pair of big-ticket veteran additions in Jonathan Allen and Javon Hargrave, so Ingram-Dawkins does not have a clear path to a large role. But his versatility is key. . .Coordinator Brian Flores is among the most innovative defensive minds in the league and will throw out some wonky fronts that can confuse quarterbacks. Ingram-Dawkins has the traits to be a movable chess piece along the D-line as depth in Minnesota." The Vikings revamped their trench players, and Ingram-Dawkins is looking to play a part in the Vikings' defensive line. The Georgia Bulldog could play a role in the rotation with Jalen Redmond and Javon Hargrave, while Jonathan Allen and Harrison Phillips play the more prominent roles. The Vikings have the type of depth and rotations you see on Super Bowl winners in recent years. Consider it another box checked by the front office.
New York Times
26-04-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
NFL Draft best available players for Minnesota Vikings: Brashard Smith, Zah Frazier
The Minnesota Vikings couldn't have waited any longer to make a Day 2 pick. That's not hyperbole. Minnesota traded its third-round pick (No. 97) to the Houston Texans for No. 102, which was the final selection Friday night. The Vikings used the pick on Maryland wide receiver Tai Felton. Two picks — Nos. 139 and 142 (via the Texans) — remain. The Vikings could target the defensive line, running back and tight end on Day 3. Here are the best remaining players for Minnesota. The Vikings already have six likable defensive tackles on the roster: Jonathan Allen, Javon Hargrave, Harrison Phillips, Jalen Redmond, Levi Drake Rodriguez and Taki Taimani. Drafting another might leave an odd man out, so Minnesota must weigh the ramifications of cutting one of these players. Still, the decision-makers could deem Ingram-Dawkins worthwhile. He is a bit of a wild-card selection in that he was not overwhelmingly productive in college, tallying just 37 career tackles and four sacks. He's lighter, but defensive coordinator Brian Flores loves versatility, and Ingram-Dawkins could play every spot on the defensive front. Advertisement Cornerbacks with this combination of size and speed don't come around often. Frazier, a 6-foot-2, 186-pounder, doesn't have trouble tracking the ball downfield, either. His body type and play style aren't too different from Khyree Jackson, whom the Vikings drafted last year. The questions to consider: How far will Frazier fall? And how much do the Vikings feel they need to draft a cornerback with youngsters Mekhi Blackmon and Dwight McGlothern in the room? The answers to both could sway whether Minnesota targets him. The Vikings don't necessarily need a running back, but Smith isn't your typical back. He played receiver for three years in college and returned kicks. Combine the versatile skill set with his running potential (he rushed for more than 1,300 yards at SMU), and Minnesota could infuse its roster with an intriguing weapon for head coach Kevin O'Connell to deploy. Does Minnesota need a running back? No, not after acquiring Jordan Mason from the San Francisco 49ers. That said, Ty Chandler is entering the final year of his rookie contract and has never played consistently enough to earn the offensive staff's full trust. Brooks is a hammerhead, a 5-foot-10, 220-pound bowling ball who ran for more than 1,500 yards in two straight college seasons. He is also represented by Minneapolis-based agency IFA. Losing tight end Johnny Mundt to the Jacksonville Jaguars leaves a void for the No. 3 tight end role. The Vikings must think seriously about addressing this position because of T.J. Hockenson's and Josh Oliver's injuries in recent years. Bartholomew is a former team captain who tracks the ball well and played on special teams. Yurosek visited Minnesota during the draft process. He's similar to Bartholomew, though he might not have as much upside as a receiver. Yurosek is a winner hailing from a competitive program who would blend in well with the current makeup of the tight end room. Advertisement Most expected the Vikings to target a safety in the draft. The Vikings, though, felt confident in Harrison Smith and Theo Jackson as starters in the deep half with Josh Metellus roving around underneath. Woodson won't blow away any explosiveness metrics, but he was a rock-solid player for Cal coach Justin Wilcox, who pushed for former Vikings safety Cam Bynum. Are the measurables perfect? No. Bryant hovers around 6 feet and 180 pounds. Is he the fastest cornerback in the draft? Also no. Bryant's overall burst leaves something to be desired. The instincts, competitiveness and ability to read plays in off coverage? That's where he thrives. Frazier would likely be the preference, but Bryant would also strengthen the competitiveness of the cornerback room. (Photo of Brashard Smith: Scott Taetsch / Getty Images)
New York Times
25-04-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
NFL Draft best available players for Minnesota Vikings: Shemar Turner, Nohl Williams
The Minnesota Vikings' activity in free agency left their plans for their first-round pick unclear. Some expected them to take a player in the trenches. Others predicted secondary help. Minnesota opted for the former. Using the 24th pick on Ohio State's Donovan Jackson cemented an entire revamping of their interior offensive line. Now, they'll move forward in search of defensive help and potential additions at receiver or tight end. For now, in terms of Day 2 picks, Minnesota only has No. 97 in the third round. Which prospects make the most sense? Here are the best available options who could realistically be on the board when the Vikings make their next pick. Turner is a perfect fit for defensive coordinator Brian Flores' system. He can play multiple positions on the front. He's feisty. He has more wiggle than you'd expect for a 6-foot-3, 290-pounder. He isn't far from the Milton Williams mold, and the New England Patriots just paid Williams more than $50 million in guaranteed money. Add Turner to the defensive line mix behind Jonathan Allen and Javon Hargrave, and Minnesota will have more juice up front than it has had in years. The Vikings already have six likable defensive tackles on the roster: Allen, Hargrave, Harrison Phillips, Jalen Redmond, Levi Drake Rodriguez and Taki Taimani. Drafting another might leave an odd man out, so Minnesota must weigh the ramifications of cutting one of these players. Still, the decision-makers could deem Ingram-Dawkins worthwhile. He is a bit of a wild-card selection in that he was not overwhelmingly productive in college. He tallied 37 career tackles and only four sacks. He's lighter, but Flores loves versatility, and Ingram-Dawkins could play every spot on the defensive front. Advertisement He posted one of the highest pass-rush win rates in college football, pressured Ohio State constantly in the College Football Playoff and is massive with 35-inch arms. Broughton is more of a traditional interior defender than Ingram-Dawkins. Still, the high level of impact would be a selection similar to the Vikings' pick of Jackson in the first round. Because Flores dialed up so much man coverage in Miami, most evaluators think he prefers long-armed cornerbacks schooled in press coverage. Really, though, Flores has majored in zone since he arrived in Minnesota. Williams is everything he would want. He played with his eyes on the quarterback in college and recorded seven interceptions last season. He's a willing tackler who could become a surefire starter. Undersized receivers have never scared off Keenan McCardell. The Vikings' well-respected receivers coach loved Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison for their separation ability and explosiveness. The 5-foot-10, 194-pound Noel may not be as slithery as Minnesota's top two — who is? — but he's dynamic. He caught 80 passes for 1,194 yards and eight touchdowns last season. He also has punt return experience, which would be useful considering the Vikings did not bring back receiver Brandon Powell. Another team might pluck Noel from the board early on Day 2. If so, and if the Vikings covet another jitterbug who can separate, Williams makes sense. He has the speed to win at all three levels. His after-the-catch skills would make for a fun pairing alongside Jefferson and Addison. He didn't play much special teams in college, so the multi-phase versatility might not be there the way it is for Noel or others. His presence would make the Vikings staff sleep easier knowing Jalen Nailor is entering the final year of his rookie contract. Unlike Noel and Williams, it's a safer bet to expect Felton to be there at No. 97. He is more long-levered than Noel and Williams but still slight. McCardell attended his pro day and monitored him closely at the combine in Indianapolis. Felton enters as the obvious replacement at the No. 3 receiver spot if Nailor departs next offseason. He has special teams experience, which could help him find a role as a rookie. Advertisement Miss out on all of the aforementioned receivers, and Lane could be in play. He's another undersized receiver at 5-foot-9, and he's also an experienced punt returner. That said, his 2024 numbers were paltry compared to those of Noel, Williams and Felton, catching only 38 passes for 466 yards. McCardell might see a world in which he could elevate Lane's play with development. Cornerbacks with this combination of size and speed don't come around often. Frazier, a 6-foot-2, 186-pounder, doesn't have trouble tracking the ball downfield, either. His body type and play style aren't too different from Khyree Jackson, whom the Vikings drafted last year. The questions to consider: How far will Frazier fall? And how much do the Vikings feel they need to draft a cornerback with youngsters Mekhi Blackmon and Dwight McGlothern in the room? The answers to both could sway whether Minnesota targets him. The Vikings don't necessarily need a running back, but Smith isn't your typical back. He played receiver for three years in college and returned kicks. Combine the versatile skill set with his running potential (he rushed for more than 1,300 yards at SMU), and Minnesota will have infused its roster with an intriguing weapon for head coach Kevin O'Connell to deploy. (Photo of Shemar Turner: Richard Rodriguez / Getty Images)
USA Today
08-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
49ers held pre-draft meeting with super-athletic Georgia DL projected to go after Round 1
49ers held pre-draft meeting with super-athletic Georgia DL projected to go after Round 1 Pre-draft meetings don't always tell the story of a team's NFL draft plans, but the San Francisco 49ers are taking a lot of steps pre-draft to explore the depth along the defensive line in this year's class. One of those depth pieces they met with is University of Georgia defensive lineman Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins. He had a meeting with the 49ers after his Pro Day according to Fox Sports' Jordan Schultz. Ingram-Dawkins has good measurables at 6-5, 276 pounds. He also has 33 1/2-inch arms and put together a tremendous show of athleticism at the combine with a 4.86 40-yard dash, a 36-inch vertical jump and a 10-foot-4-inch broad jump. That kind of athleticism at that size is something San Francisco could look to bet on on Day 2 or 3 of the draft. A significant red flag that could impact Ingram-Dawkins draft stock is his relative lack of experience. He played just 907 snaps across 37 games with the Bulldogs. In those 907 snaps he managed only 30 pressures, four sacks and one QB hit. Ingram-Dawkins will certainly be a project upon entering the NFL, especially for a team like San Francisco that may try to leverage his size by making him a hybrid defensive end/defensive tackle. There could be a significant learning curve that keeps him from being productive right away. That would be a problem for the 49ers given their need for help right away, but if they can shore up their defensive line early in the draft, a flier on Ingram-Dawkins would make a lot of sense given his upside.
Yahoo
28-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Georgia DL Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins runs among fastest 40-yard dash times at his position
Georgia Bulldogs defensive tackle Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins ran an impressive time in the 40-yard dash at the 2025 NFL combine. Ingram-Dawkins ran a 4.86 second 40-yard dash, which ranks second (tied) among all defensive tackles. Only Nebraska defensive tackle Ty Robinson (4.83) has run a faster 40-yard dash at defensive tackle than Ingram-Dawkins. Of course, Ingram-Dawkins is a versatile defender. He can play both defensive end and defensive tackle. Fellow Georgia Bulldog defensive tackles Nazir Stackhouse (5.15 seconds) and Warren Brinson (5.09 seconds) both also participated the in 40-yard dash, but did not impress as much as Ingram-Dawkins. Ingram-Dawkins' 10-yard split of 1.69 seconds is the fastest (tied) of any defensive tackle. NFL scouts closely look at 10-yard splits because it is rare that a defensive lineman would run 40 yards straight down the field. Ingram-Dawkins also posted a 36-inch vertical jump, which was the best of any defensive tackle. Ingram-Dawkins also posted the best broad jump (10-foot-4) among defensive tackles. Ingram-Dawkins' strong performance at the combine should help him rise up NFL draft boards after he did not have the most statistically productive college career. The 6-foot-5, 275-pound defensive tackle is on the lighter side for players at his position, but regardless of his position, he performed well at the combine. 4.86u 😤Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins with the fastest 40 so far 🐶 @Georgiafootball📺: #NFLCombine on @NFLNetwork📱: Stream on @NFLPlus — NFL (@NFL) February 27, 2025 Georgia defensive end Mykel Williams is electing to participate in on-field drills at Georgia's pro day instead of the combine, but Ingram-Dawkins put on a show in Indianapolis for UGA fans and NFL scouts. This article originally appeared on UGA Wire: Georgia football DL Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins runs speedy 40-yard dash
