When the Vikings finally got their turn, they turned in their card quickly and selected Maryland receiver Tai Felton at No. 102. There’s a lot to like about the selection as Felton, 22, should be able to contribute for the Vikings as soon as he steps on the field.

The Vikings not pursuing a safety thus far in the draft seems to suggest Theo Jackson will get a shot at a starting role in 2025.

A three-star recruit coming out of high school, Felton was a late-bloomer for the Terps. As a senior, Felton was named team MVP after leading the Big Ten in catches (8.0) and receiving yards (93.7) per game. He also broke DJ Moore’s single-season Maryland record for catches, snaring 96 receptions last season.