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Five questions still facing the 2023 Vikings after the draft

The Vikings began the 2023 draft by adding a receiver for Kirk Cousins, and closed it out with a developmental quarterback and a running back. In between, they spent three picks on defenders they hope can contribute to a series of defensive changes under new coordinator Brian Flores.

As they prepare to add their six-player draft class to the rest of their roster for organized team activities later this month, here is a look at five questions still facing the 2023 Vikings.

1. What's the future of Kirk Cousins?

Though they did extensive work on the rookie quarterback class and were believed to be considering one in the first round of the draft, the Vikings passed on Kentucky's Will Levis and Tennessee's Hendon Hooker with the 23rd pick after their top three QB targets — Alabama's Bryce Young, Ohio State's C.