The Minnesota Vikings ended up sticking at the 108th overall pick and selected Oregon CB Khyree Jackson. It's the second defensive player for the Vikings this draft after taking Dallas Turner at 17th overall.
Jackson is an interesting player. Standing over 6-3" tall with near 33" arms, he is one of the biggest cornerbacks in the draft. He also gives you a massive length advantage which can be used in both man and zone concepts. He also has excellent explosion scores with both the vertical and broad jump and a 4.5-second 40-yard dash.
Overall, analysts love the fit of Jackson with Brian Flores. Fans, however, are split, especially since Jackson is an older prospect.
Vikings' selection of Khyree Jackson has analysts happy
Khyree Jackson is an awesome pick up for the Vikings. The ideal bump-and-run, Brian Flores corner. Can move inside to body up tight ends. A++ value and scheme fit
— Ollie Connolly (@OllieConnolly) April 27, 2024
Khyree Jackson to Minny is a really fun fit, had to capitalize on Day 3 after giving up so many picks and looks promising early
— Carter Donnick (@CDonnick1) April 27, 2024
Did we just get our CBOTF?! Khyree Jackson is 🔥🔥🔥 #SKOL pic.twitter.com/SJmMyXI07c
— A L I S S A ✨ (@MissAlissaS) April 27, 2024
Second year in a row the Vikings have taken an ancient corner. Guy is nearly 25 years old. Drives me nuts
— Nick Miller (@NicholasMMiller) April 27, 2024
Khyree Jackson will eat with Flores, his track record with these kind of athletes is strong
— Diante Lee (@DianteLeeFB) April 27, 2024
