The Minnesota Vikings enter the 2025 draft with the fewest selections in the NFL, holding only four picks, which raises concerns about their ability to effectively rebuild their roster.

This limited draft capital stems from trades made in the previous season to acquire linebacker Dallas Turner, resulting in a total of just 27 draft selections since General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah took over in 2022.

To secure Turner, the Vikings traded multiple picks, including a second-round selection in 2025, which has inflated their investment in him to nearly double the value of the No. 17 overall pick.

Adofo-Mensah has also traded away future draft picks for players like left tackle Cam Robinson and running back Cam Akers, both of whom are no longer with the team.

Compounding their draft challenges, the Vikings have the oldest average roster in the NFL, recently signing five starters aged 30 or older, which complicates their long-term strategy.

Adofo-Mensah's strategy emphasizes a proactive approach, focusing on impactful players rather than merely addressing immediate needs, despite the uncertainties inherent in the draft process.

The success of their upcoming draft heavily relies on the development of Turner and quarterback J.J. McCarthy, especially given that players drafted from 2022 to 2024 have made only 107 starts, the second-lowest in the league.

In recent drafts, the Vikings have struggled to yield significant contributions, with only receiver Jordan Addison from the 2023 class making a notable impact.

Turner himself had a limited role in his rookie season, participating in only 26.8% of snaps, which has led to scrutiny regarding the team's drafting effectiveness in recent years.

Despite slow progress in contract negotiations for Adofo-Mensah, team owners remain confident in his leadership and the franchise's direction, indicating ongoing positive discussions about his future.