Before we realize it, the 2025 NFL draft will be upon us, and we aim to equip Vikings enthusiasts with a wealth of knowledge about their adversaries. To this end, we will present an NFC North predictive draft every Friday leading up to draft week. The intention is to provide fans with insight into draft compatibilities, potential aims, and draft pick allocations among NFC North squads.
On the needs spectrum, the Bears top the list within the division, with the rest of the teams mostly well-rounded. However, the Lions need to attend to their squad depth, the Packers have some defensive gaps to cover, while the Vikings seem relatively untroubled, though free agency might swing this.
Today, we bring you our seventh 2025 NFL draft prognostication for the NFC North, which we hope you enjoy. The Bears and Packers share the maximum draft picks (seven each) while the Vikings make do with the least (five). Cumulatively, all four teams have a total of 26 draft picks.
The first round sees potential for Tyler Warren, a talented Tight End from Penn State. Following in the second round are prospects like Tyler Booker – a Guard from Alabama, and Aireontae Ersery – an Offensive Tackle hailing from Minnesota.
In the third round, attention turns to Quinshon Judkins, a promising Running Back from Ohio State. As we progress to the fifth round, focus shifts to CJ West, a Defensive Lineman from Indiana, showing significant potential.
The anticipation builds up in the sixth and final round, with the spotlight on Jay Higgins – a Linebacker from Iowa, and Joshua Gray – a Guard from Oregon State, all awaiting their fate as the final decisions are made.
A fresh wave of excitement sets in as Matthew Golden, a Wide Receiver from Texas, steps up in the first round. As the second recount ensues, Derrick Harmon – a Defensive Lineman from Oregon, is poised for selection.
The third round kicks off with Nick Emmanwori, a Safety from South Carolina. Ahmed Hassanein, an Edge-rusher from Boise State, is anticipated to step up in the fourth round.
In the fifth round, Danny Stutsman, a Linebacker from Oklahoma, is among the promising players. The sixth round could likely see Jason Marshall Jr., a Cornerback from Florida, make his debut, with Tonka Hemmingway, a Defensive Lineman from South Carolina, the anticipated newbie in the seventh round.
Kenneth Grant, a Defensive Lineman from Michigan, is slated for the first round. The third round ushers in Andrew Makuba, a Safety from Texas.
As we hit the fifth round, Trevor Etienne, a Running Back from Georgia, and Danny Stutsman, a Linebacker from Oklahoma, are the names generating excitement. In the seventh round, Fentrell Cypress II, a Cornerback from Florida State, is likely to make his mark.
In the first round for yet another team, it’s Nic Scourton, an Edge-rusher from Texas A&M, who is looking to make an impression. The second round sees the potential for Cameron Williams, an Offensive Tackle representing Texas.
Luke Kandra, a Guard from Cincinnati, might have his chance in the fourth round. The sixth round brings the prospects for Jake Majors, a Center from Texas.
In the final round, Tyler Shough, a Quarterback from Louisville, along with Jordan Hancock, a Safety from Ohio State, are among the hopefuls awaiting their fate.
As we wrap up, remember – these are just conjectures based on the current outlook. Until the moment arrives, these prospects’ future in the NFL remains uncertain but undeniably exciting.