Kwesi Adofo-Mensah is a Consensus Builder, a Reality that Impacts the Draft

Kwesi Adofo-Mensah likes to lean on certain key words. He preaches about his competitive rebuild, taking worthwhile risks, and the importance of value. Some less discussed but no-less-important distinguishing terms, though, are collaboration and consensus.

The young executive wants his staff to buy in. He doesn’t rule with an iron fist, instead looking to ensure his staff is unified in their belief in the consequential decisions that are coming up.

Jan 15, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah looks on before a wild card game between the Minnesota Vikings and the New York Giants at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY…