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 7 months. Before then, though, there will be plenty of speculation and buildup about the team, and who they may add through the draft in a class many are calling one of generational wealth.
Bleacher Report's scouting department recently released the latest 2027 NFL mock draft of the cycle, which has the team going with Florida running back Jadan Baugh. The breakout running back started the season strong but has since slowed down in terms of his production
They explain the pick, writing, "With a half-dozen quarterbacks already off the board, the Minnesota Vikings must go in another direction.
The organization can eventually pursue veteran options, like Mac Jones or Davis Mills, or bring back Kirk Cousins for another year. Then, the draft can supply a different offensive focal point by adding the class' RB1. Florida's Jadan Baugh can serve as an every-down workhorse to offset any lingering issues at the game's most important position."
Baugh could come in and be the ordained RB1 for the Vikings in 2027. Kevin O'Connell and this offense have to find a consistent running game, and they can do that with the addition of Baugh.
This article originally appeared on Vikings Wire: Vikings land star running back in new 2027 NFL Mock Draft
