Since becoming the Vikings’ general manager in 2022, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has worked like a man possessed. He made overhauling the roster a top priority, and the team has gone from too much spending to being smart with it and also utilizing the NFL draft to add key players at certain positions.
NFL Media recently looked back on the 2025 offseason and which teams made the most improvements. While they highlighted the NFC North basement dwelling Chicago Bears, they also mentioned the Minnesota Vikings after they were very active for a second straight year.
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They wrote, “Many analysts (including this one) panned Minnesota for the absence of a clear plan under center and a perceived lack of talent heading into what many deemed to be a transitional year in 2024. Boy, were we wrong. Instead, the Vikings won 14 games while looking like a legitimate Super Bowl contender. . .the cast around McCarthy has undoubtedly improved, especially in the trenches, where the Vikings added Ryan Kelly at center. At guard, veteran Will Fries and first-round pick Donovan Jackson are on board, while tackles Jonathan Allen and Javon Hargrave joined up on D. . .”
The interior of the offensive line needed to be revamped after the aforementioned playoff collapse. They were dominated in the trenches by the Rams in their game, resulting in the entire group being replaced.
Now, in 2025, with so many new pieces, there may not be a better offensive line in the entire NFL. Add in the skill players they have, as well as the depth they have at running back. This offense, paired with an already top-tier defense, will be a roster ready to contend for a Super Bowl once again.
This article originally appeared on Vikings Wire: Vikings listed among the most improved teams after NFL offseason