Vikings Release Two 2022 Draft Picks

The Minnesota Vikings have officially moved on from their first two picks of the 2022 NFL Draft, releasing safety Lewis Cine and trading cornerback Andrew Booth Jr. after disappointing performances. General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, who was new to the position during that draft, acknowledged the mistakes made, likening the experience to a dire game situation. Cine, picked 32nd overall, struggled with injuries and failed to secure a significant role, while Booth, selected 41st, also faced challenges with injuries and depth chart competition. Adofo-Mensah emphasized the importance of evaluating decisions based on outcomes and the well-being of the players involved. The Vikings' 2024 draft will be pivotal in demonstrating whether Adofo-Mensah has learned from these early missteps. Overall, the situation reflects broader challenges faced by new management in building a competitive team.