At-a-glance: Vikings first-round picks

May 9, 2014 — 12:55am

Vikings first-round selections

No. 9 overall pick anthony barr, ucla LB Known for his pass-rushing ability, the 6-5, 255-pound former fullback proved to be a quick learner in his two seasons playing linebacker, racking up 149 tackles, 23.5 sacks, 40.5 tackles for loss and nine fumble recoveries.

No. 32 overall pick teddy bridgewater, louisville QB Bridgewater's poor pro day performance didn't dissuade the Vikings, who were more impressed by his final season, when the 6-3, 196-pounder completed 303 of 427 passes (71 percent) for 3,970 yards, 31 touchdowns and just four interceptions.

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