Two Minnesota Vikings rookies set to challenge for starting roles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 11:12 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Minnesota Vikings rookies Caleb Banks and Domonique Orange are expected to contend for starting roles ahead of Week 1. Banks, a first-round pick, and Orange, a third-round selection, are seen as key contributors in new defensive coordinator Brian Flores’ system. Banks is recovering from a broken foot, while Orange has no pre-draft injuries, positioning both players for potential early impact. Their performances during training camp will be vital in confirming their roles for the upcoming season opener against the Green Bay Packers on September 13.
- •Caleb Banks and Domonique Orange are expected to compete for starting spots.
- •Vikings hired Brian Flores as defensive coordinator this offseason.
- •Training camp will determine the depth chart for the upcoming season.
- •Green Bay Packers are the Vikings' first opponents on September 13.
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