Charles Demmings NFL Draft 2026 Scouting Report for Minnesota Vikings CB

The Minnesota Vikings selected Stephen F. Austin CB Charles Demmings with the No. 163 overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft.

With the ideal NFL frame and length, Charles Demmings becomes an intriguing developmental prospect with athletic upside. He's well equipped to deal with vertical routes on the boundary and closes to the catch point quickly.

The former walk-on at Stephen F. Austin played in 42 games, compiling 63 tackles (36 solo), nine interceptions, and 36 passes defensed. He earned All-Conference and All-American honors in 2025.

Dan has covered the Kansas City Chiefs and the NFL Draft since 2019 while contributing for RGR Football. Most recently, he spent the 2025 draft cycle at The Draft Network and is entering his first season in our scouting department.

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Where He Wins

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— Demmings is a physical presence on the boundary and does his best work in press. He mirrors and carries routes well on the outside.

— Shows good ball skills, tracking to locate potential receptions, and aggressively attacks the catch point.

— Versatile enough to play some cover 3 and man while bringing special teams ability, as well.

Areas of Improvement

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— Demmings is a below average run supporter with poor tackling technique and struggles to disengage from blocks.

— His transitions in off coverage are segmented and allow receivers to gain separation with quick movements and double moves.

— Possesses below average instincts and route recognition while his eyes can wander in zone coverage.

Grade, Rank and Pro Comparison

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GRADE: 5.8 (Backup/Draftable - 6th Round)

COMPARABLE GRADE: CB Alijah Huzzie, North Carolina (5.8 in 2025), CB Myles Jones, Duke (5.7 in 2024), CB Arquon Bush, Cincinnati (5.6 in 2023)

OVERALL RANK: 242

POSITION RANK: CB29

PRO COMPARISON: Josh Williams

Measurables and Testing Data

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Height: 6'1"
Weight: 193
Hand Size: 10 ⅛"
Arm Length: 32"
Wingspan: N/A

40-yard dash: 4.41
10-yard split: 1.55
Vertical: 42"
Broad: 11"
3 cone: N/A
Shuttle: N/A
Bench: N/A