5 biggest Vikings needs after the first wave of free agency in 2023

Need No. 2

Wide Receiver

Wide receiver is one position the Vikings have completely ignored so far in free agency. They released Adam Thielen prior to the start but haven’t even met with a single one to replace him. The reason for that is perhaps they believe they already have their No. 2 wide receiver on the roster in K.J. Osborn.

Osborn has had a surprising career. It first started off with being drafted a couple of rounds too early and then doing nothing during his rookie season. He broke out his sophomore year and continued to prove he was a quality number three target last year.

He continues to progress and impress, and seeing him be elevated to the No. 2 option across from Justin Jefferson is very likely.

Even if that happens, the depth remains a concern. Jalen Nailor had a few moments as a rookie, and Jalen Reagor is what he is, a gadget player at best and not someone who is going to catch 70 balls a season. Free agency is an option, but this is an area that’ll likely be upgraded in late April with a draft pick.

At pick No. 23, the Vikings could have their choice of the litter between Jaxson Smith-Njigba, Zay Flowers, Jordan Addison, and Quentin Johnston. They could also find value later, as this is a pretty deep class loaded with quality receiving prospects.