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Doing a Vikings 53-man roster projection right now comes with a distinct downside: not being able to glean the insight that arrives in training camp and the preseason.
Indeed, there’s a reason why teams around the NFL do training camp before then participating in exhibition games. They’re important events for developing the team, readying the roster for the challenge that is the 2025 season. So, too, is it crucial in deciding who gets onto the 53-man roster. To that end, consider an educated guess for who earns one of the coveted roster spots.
Vikings 53-Man Roster Projection
Offense – 26 Players
 celebrates his touchdown with wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) against the Atlanta Falcons during the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images.</p>
<p>” data-medium-file=”https://vikingsterritory.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=788,height=444,fit=crop,quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Justin-Jefferson-Jordan-Addison.jpg” data-large-file=”https://vikingsterritory.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=1180,height=573,fit=crop,quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Justin-Jefferson-Jordan-Addison.jpg” src=”https://vikingsterritory.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=788,height=444,fit=crop,quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Justin-Jefferson-Jordan-Addison.jpg” alt ><figcaption>Dec 8, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) celebrates his touchdown with wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) against the Atlanta Falcons during the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images.<span></span></figcaption></figure>
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<p><strong>Quarterback (3)</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>J.J. McCarthy (<a href=)
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Running Back (3)
- Aaron Jones
- Jordan Mason
- Ty Chandler
Fullback (1)
- C.J. Ham
Wide Receiver (6)
- Justin Jefferson
- Jordan Addison
- Jalen Nailor
- Tai Felton
- Tim Jones
- Silas Bolden
Tight End (3)
- T.J. Hockenson
- Josh Oliver
- Gavin Bartholomew
Left Tackle (2)
- Christian Darrisaw
- Justin Skule
Left Guard (2)
- Donovan Jackson
- Blake Brandel
Center (2)
- Ryan Kelly
- Michael Jurgens
Right Guard (1)
- Will Fries
Right Tackle (3)
- Brian O’Neill
- Walter Rouse
- Logan Brown
Defense – 24 Players
 against the Tennessee Titans during the first half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images.</p>
<p>” data-medium-file=”https://vikingsterritory.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=788,height=444,fit=crop,quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/dallstu.jpg” data-large-file=”https://vikingsterritory.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=1180,height=661,fit=crop,quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/dallstu.jpg” src=”https://vikingsterritory.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=788,height=444,fit=crop,quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/dallstu.jpg” alt><figcaption>Nov 17, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Minnesota Vikings linebacker Dallas Turner (15) against the Tennessee Titans during the first half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images.<span></span></figcaption></figure>
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<p><strong>Edge Rushers (5)</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Jonathan Greenard</li>
<li>Andrew Van Ginkel</li>
<li>Dallas Turner (<a href=)
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Defensive Linemen (5)
- Harrison Phillips
- Jonathan Allen
- Javon Hargrave
- Jalen Redmond
- Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins
Linebacker (4)
- Blake Cashman
- Ivan Pace Jr.
- Eric Wilson
- Kobe King (Read More)
Corner (6)
- Byron Murphy Jr.
- Isaiah Rodgers
- Mekhi Blackmon
- Jeff Okudah
- Dwight McGlothern
- Zemaiah Vaughn (Read More)
Safety (4)
- Harrison Smith
- Josh Metellus
- Theo Jackson
- Jay Ward
Special Teams – 3 Players
 celebrates with Minnesota Vikings long snapper Andrew DePaola (42) after kicking a field goal against the Las Vegas Raiders during the fourth quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports</p>
<p>” data-medium-file=”https://vikingsterritory.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=666,height=444,fit=crop,quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/USATSI_22079619.jpg” data-large-file=”https://vikingsterritory.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=1180,height=787,fit=crop,quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/USATSI_22079619.jpg” src=”https://vikingsterritory.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=666,height=444,fit=crop,quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/USATSI_22079619.jpg” alt><figcaption>Dec 10, 2023; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Minnesota Vikings place kicker Greg Joseph (1) celebrates with Minnesota Vikings long snapper Andrew DePaola (42) after kicking a field goal against the Las Vegas Raiders during the fourth quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports<span></span></figcaption></figure>
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<p><strong>Kicker (1)</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Will Reichard</li>
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<p><strong>Punter (1)</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Ryan Wright</li>
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<p><strong>Long Snapper (1)</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Andrew DaPaola</li>
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I’m the Senior Editor for Vikings Territory & PurplePTSD . Twitter & Bluesky: @VikingsGazette. Email: k.joudry[at]vikingsterritory[dot]com. I am Canadian.