Vikings select quarterback Austin Simmons in 2027 NFL mock draft

In a 2027 NFL Mock Draft released by Pro Football Network, the Minnesota Vikings picked Austin Simmons, a quarterback from Missouri, who has emerged as a rising prospect during the early college football season. The mock draft includes three other selections for the Vikings: Bray Hubbard, a safety from Alabama; Nate Frazier, a running back from Georgia; and Earl Little Jr., a safety from Ohio State. This draft anticipates a deep talent pool, suggesting potential competition for team positions. The final draft will take place in Washington, D.C., where many insights and evaluations will develop over the coming months.

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