2027 NFL Mock Draft Monday: Final picks for the Vikings before Week 1

The 2027 NFL Draft will take place in Washington, D.C. next year. In that draft, the Vikings still have their first-round pick, but a lot could happen in the next 9 months. Before then, though, there will be plenty of speculation and buildup for the team and who they may add to the roster through the draft in a class that many are saying could be one of generational wealth.

While we will always look at mock drafts from analysts around the space, we will also keep up with our Mock Draft Mondays here on Vikings Wire.

While this used to be just an exercise used for the Fall to introduce players, the 2027 NFL Draft class is too good to be contained to those select months. So with that in mind, let's dive into a 3-Round 2027 NFL Mock Draft for the Vikings.

Round 1: Kelley Jones, CB, Mississippi State

Projected Trade: Vikings send the 15th pick to the San Francisco 49ers for the 23rd and 55th overall picks.

Kelley Jones has positional versatility to play both safety and cornerback, but he is projecting as the latter in the NFL. Jones is someone who could be a reliable piece, and a productive one, in Brian Flores' defense. He likes aggressive and physical defenders, and Jones checks both boxes.

The team has Dallas Turner in place, and perhaps even Jake Golday, to replace Andrew Van Ginkel, who is playing on an expiring contract in 2026. Will Heldt was the best Clemson defender in 2025 and is a very well-rounded edge rusher. He can defend the run and has some decent pass-rushing chops to boot. Adding him to the pass rush rotation would be a good idea for the team.

The Vikings have clearly made it a point to have depth at the wide receiver position as they are three deep in 2026. Jauan Jennings is on a one-year deal, and if they want to replace him, Wingo would be a good option. He can take the top off of defenses, be physical blocking, and fit into what they look for in a receiver.

Bray Hubbard is a rangy safety for the Crimson Tide defense who also boasts good instincts. He tracks the ball well, provides run support, and is someone who could be a part of the safety trio the Vikings like to boast. He is no Harrison Smith, but he can find the ball enough that he can help force turnovers the way Smith did.