A Successful Vikings' Draft?
Andrew Kneeland. 28th April, 2008
With the 43nd overall pick in the second round, the Minnesota Vikings selected safety Tyrell Johnson from Arkansas State.
This is a good pick. Johnson will not only be the eventual replacement to Darren Sharper, but he will also make an immediate impact on the pass defense of this Viking team.
Johnson had a fantastic combine, which many people blame for his dramatic rise on draft boards. He had 27 reps in the bench press; the highest among safeties. To put that into perspective, offensive lineman Jake Long had a total of 37 reps, running back Jonathon Stewart had 28, and tight end Fred Davis had 24.
Johnson also displayed his great... ...
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from 17 days ago
Good Read, Andrew. I think the Vikings had a good draft. I really like the selections of QB John David Booty, FS Tyrell Johnson, C John Sullivan but the overall draft for the Vikings was very good. Several needs were filled and the guys mentioned will come in a make an impact.
from 17 days ago
A ga ga goo goo
from 17 days ago
Sorry that was my brother who posted the comment above. Anyways I think the Vikings had a terrific draft and offseason, in general. They aquired Berrian, Allen, Booty and already have a star coming back in Peterson. They are without doubt serious contenders in the NFC. Great Job, Andrew!
from 17 days ago
Thanks, Umer! I agree, Minnesota may be the most improved team in the NFL.
from 17 days ago
we did a decent job in the draft. booty and frerotte may provide tarvaris just enough competition to get better or get benched.
i like the tyrell johnson pick, although i thought we were moving up for a QB when i was watching, i was happy with how it turned out.
from 17 days ago
The more I think about the Tyrell Johnson pick, the more excited I get.
from 8 days ago
I am really looking foward to seeing Booty in action myself, I dont think Jackson is the type of QB that can be a consistent franchise QB, and God knows the Vikings sure could use one
from 8 days ago
I am really looking foward to seeing Booty in action myself, I dont think Jackson is the type of QB that can be a consistent franchise QB, and God knows the Vikings sure could use one
from 8 days ago
I am really looking foward to seeing Booty in action myself, I dont think Jackson is the type of QB that can be a consistent franchise QB, and God knows the Vikings sure could use one
from 8 days ago
I am really looking foward to seeing Booty in action myself, I dont think Jackson is the type of QB that can be a consistent franchise QB, and God knows the Vikings sure could use one
from 8 days ago
I am really looking foward to seeing Booty in action myself, I dont think Jackson is the type of QB that can be a consistent franchise QB, and God knows the Vikings sure could use one
from 8 days ago
I am really looking foward to seeing Booty in action myself, I dont think Jackson is the type of QB that can be a consistent franchise QB, and God knows the Vikings sure could use one
from 8 days ago
Dont know what happened with that my computer messed up sorry
from 4 days ago
John David Booty is not a franchise quarterback. At best he could win a superbowl if the team around him does everything else and he doesn't turn the ball over - I.E. Brad Johnson, Trent Dilfer.
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