Minnesota Vikings 2020 mock draft: Full 7 rounds

MOBILE, AL - JANUARY 25: Offensive Lineman Josh Jones #70 from Houston of the North Team during the 2020 Resse's Senior Bowl at Ladd-Peebles Stadium on January 25, 2020 in Mobile, Alabama. The North Team defeated the South Team 34 to 17. (Photo by Don Juan Moore/Getty Images) /

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ARLINGTON, TEXAS – SEPTEMBER 28: Justin Madubuike #52 of the Texas A&M Aggies during the Southwest Classic at AT&T Stadium on September 28, 2019 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) /

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The addition of Michael Pierce helps to shore up the Vikes’ run defense after the loss of Linval Joseph but they could use a twitchy interior pass rusher, as well.

Texas A&M’s Justin Madubuike checks that box and along with TCU’s Ross Blacklock, could even be in consideration for the latter of Minnesota’s two first-round picks.

Not only did Madubuike wear a number (52) fit for a linebacker in college, but at times his speed on the field made it look like he was one. The former Aggie ran a 4.83 40-yard dash but don’t overlook the fact that he also put up 31 bench reps.

I love Madubuike’s motor and consistent pad level, and even though he hasn’t quite developed enough as a run defender, you have to like his unique athleticism that should give him a chance at four or five sacks in his rookie year.

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