Typically, draft picks of the sixth-round variety don’t turn into massive contributors on NFL rosters. There are exceptions to every rule, though, and based off some recent comments by Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell, we may see one of those exceptions in Minnesota during the 2023 season. That exception could be second-year wide receiver, Jalen Nailor.
At the annual owners’ meeting this week, O’Connell spoke to the media regarding the current wide receiver situation in Minnesota. Of course, he began with Justin Jefferson, saying that “it’s always a great starting point when you mention Justin Jefferson. He’ll always be our number one.