Vikings Front Office 'Doesn't Like' Their 1st-Round Rookie 'At All': Report
The Minnesota Vikings new front office appears to not like a first-round pick from the 2026 draft who was made a healthy scratch.
Caleb Banks, a former Florida standout defensive lineman who had the potential to be a top-10 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, suffered a broken foot during the NFL combine, which affected his stock. The Minnesota Vikings surprised many by selecting Banks with the 18th overall pick. However, Banks' performance in his rookie season has been disappointing, as he has only recorded 12 tackles in seven appearances.
He was made a healthy scratch before a recent game against the Buffalo Bills. According to Tony Pauline, the Vikings' front office, led by general manager Nolan Teasley, has developed a negative opinion of Banks this season. Pauline stated that the feeling in the front office has shifted from questioning Banks' selection to the fact that they simply do not like him.
He emphasized that this is a significant red flag. Pauline noted that Banks is the same player he was at Florida, struggling with injuries and showing little consistency. The Vikings are unlikely to make any changes to the roster this season, as they plan to let Banks play out the rest of the games. The front office is expected to reassess Banks' future at the start of the 2027 campaign.
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