Vikings GM Adofo-Mensah Faces Draft Trade Challenges

Minnesota Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah faces a challenging 2025 NFL Draft as the team holds the 24th overall pick in a class considered deep but lacking standout talent at the top. Many analysts suggest the Vikings would benefit from trading back to acquire more top-75 picks, but a shallow quarterback class and a lack of interested trade partners make this difficult. Adofo-Mensah, known for his creative and varied draft trades—including building his own trade value chart—emphasizes the importance of being prepared to select from a list of players he is fully confident in at their draft position. With most major roster needs addressed in free agency, the Vikings are closer than ever to being able to select the best available player rather than drafting for need. However, the uncertainty around the real impact of top prospects, as seen historically, and the lack of compelling trade opportunities, leaves the Vikings considering both staying put and trading down as viable strategies. Ultimately, Adofo-Mensah's analytical and flexible approach will guide Minnesota's draft decisions amid an unpredictable first round.