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Vikings Draft 2017: Final mock draft and Top-50 big board

By Jordan Reid

Oct 4, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Minnesota Vikings general manager Rick Spielman before the game against the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. The Broncos won 23-20. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 4, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Minnesota Vikings general manager Rick Spielman before the game against the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. The Broncos won 23-20. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 3, 2015; Orlando, FL, USA; FIU Golden Panthers tight end Jonnu Smith (87) runs with the ball as UCF Knights defensive back Drico Johnson (21) defends during the second half at Bright House Networks Stadium. FIU Golden Panthers defeated the UCF Knights 15-14. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 3, 2015; Orlando, FL, USA; FIU Golden Panthers tight end Jonnu Smith (87) runs with the ball as UCF Knights defensive back Drico Johnson (21) defends during the second half at Bright House Networks Stadium. FIU Golden Panthers defeated the UCF Knights 15-14. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

"With the 160th overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft, the Minnesota Vikings select Jonnu Smith, tight end, Florida International."

After visiting the Vikings and having a private workout with them, the interest in Smith is evident. In the third and fourth rounds, the franchise is known for taking chances on extremely athletic or small-school prospects. Smith falls into that category.

After the departure of Rhett Ellison, there are only two tight ends with playing experience left on the roster. Kyle Rudolph is coming off a career best season, and David Morgan looks to take on a bigger role, primarily as a run blocker.

After a swing and miss on Jared Cook in free agency, it’s clear that the Vikings are looking for a complimentary piece to Rudolph. Smith provides them with that as he is not a tight end that’s going to be much of an in-line blocker, but he provides you with a lot in the passing game. He has proven to be a significant threat as a receiver.

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