Minnesota Vikings Podcast: The Minnesota Vikings Select Caleb Banks In The 1st Round Of The 2026 NFL Draft - Part 1 - Ep 326

About this episode

The episode discusses the Minnesota Vikings' selection of Caleb Banks in the 2026 NFL Draft and insights from the coaching staff.

Welcome to episode 326 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast. Paul Allen and Pete Bercich join part 1 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast - 2026 Draft coverage to discuss the Vikings selection of Florida Defensive Lineman, Caleb Banks. Paul and Pete break down what makes Caleb’s game so unique, the reasons why his game is tailormade for Defensive Coordinator Brian Flores' scheme, what goes into the process of setting a draft board, and give a sneak peek into what the Vikings could be gearing up for in Rounds 2 and 3. Plus, Head Coach Kevin O’Connell and Interim General Manager Rob Brzezinski join from their post selection press conferences to share their process during night 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft. All of this and more is in episode 326 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Paul Allen, Pete Bercich

Topics covered

• NFL Draft
• Minnesota Vikings
• Caleb Banks
• Defensive Lineman
• Brian Flores
• Draft Strategy

Keywords

• Minnesota Vikings
• Caleb Banks
• NFL Draft
• Defensive Lineman
• Brian Flores
• Kevin O’Connell
• Rob Brzezinski

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Minnesota Vikings

Products: Caleb Banks

Places: Florida

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