Minnesota Vikings News and Links: April 24th and 25th, 2021

Good Morning!

Meanwhile, we’ll carry on with our news and links open thread full of crockpot recipes, nap strategies and beer recommendations; drop by for some fan wisdom, snark and it’s the weekend, time to fire up that mock draft simulator, bonus: we’re getting closer to the draft with every passing day.

Around the DN since our last open thread:

Minnesota Vikings 2021 Offseason Activity Tracker. All the moves the Vikings are making in one place.

Vikings Mid-Round Draft Diamonds by Wludford.

One year ago, the Vikings couldn’t believe Justin Jefferson was there.

Vikings news from other sources:

From Vikings.com: On the draft preview episode of #VikingsAtHome, Paul Allen is joined by ESPN’s Adam Schefter to break down players that could be options for the Vikings in round one, the amount of quality offensive linemen available via the draft, quarterbacks outside of round one that could be impact players in the NFL, and much more.

Lunchbreak: PFF Ranks All 32 NFL Rosters Ahead of 2021 NFL Draft.

League News:

Chiefs acquire OT Orlando Brown in trade with Ravens.

Seven-round 2021 NFL mock draft, Round 1: Broncos, Bears trade up for QBs.

Roundup: Former Chiefs LT Eric Fisher talking to multiple teams.

Chicago Bears great Steve ‘Mongo’ McMichael says he has ALS.

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With that, the beer light is on and the bar is open. Belly up & tie one on. Don’t forget to wash your hands, tip your waiter from a safe distance, try the brisket, and Welcome Aboard!