R1 #32: Lewis Cine, S
R2 #42: Andrew Booth Jr., CB
R2 #59: Ed Ingram, OG
R3 #66: Brian Asamoah, LB
R4 #118: Akayleb Evans, CB
R5 #165: Esezi Otomewo, DE
R5 #169: Ty Chandler, RB
R6 #184: Vederian Lowe, OT
R6 #191: Jalen Nailor, WR
R7 #227: Nick Muse, TE
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Mike Reiss (New England’s Kevin Seifert) wrote an article this morning about the Patriots interest in McCarthy. He claims it’s legit…and that Kraft is a big fan of his leadership qualities..
Mike Reiss (New England’s Kevin Seifert) wrote an article this morning about the Patriots interest in McCarthy. He claims it’s legit…and that Kraft is a big fan of his leadership qualities..
With the 10th pick in the 1972 NFL draft, the Minnesota Vikings would select linebacker Jeff Siemon from Stanford. A Minnesota native and consensus All American his senior year, Siemon was praised by Stanford head coach John Ralston for having a 'unique sixth sense' and likening him to star linebacker Dick Butkus. He would eventually be inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame (2006).
Siemon would play the 'mike' linebacker role for a legendary 70's Vikings unit, helming the defense behind the Purple People Eaters. The teams would play in three Superbowls and four conference championship games in a five year span.
Siemon would be selected to four pro bowls before requesting a trade to San Diego in 1982; citing the opportunity to play for a contender, as well as his issues with the Vikings' artificial turf. He would be cut in training camp and rejoin the Vikings that summer, backing up successor Scott Studwell and retiring following the season.
Siemon is among the 50 Greatest Vikings as listed on Vikings.com.
