Chart: Vikings rookie class of 2015 makes its mark

October 20, 2015 at 4:00AM
This is a 2015 photo of Trae Waynes of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Thursday, May 7, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15
This is a 2015 photo of Trae Waynes of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Thursday, May 7, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15 (The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Vikings rookie class of 2015

First round (11th overall)

Trae Waynes, DB, Michigan State

Most of his play was on special teams until injuries opened the door on defense. On the field for 11 defensive plays Sunday.

Second round (45th)

Eric Kendricks, MLB, UCLA

Trade of Gerald Hodges to 49ers opened door for Kendricks as an every-down middle linebacker. Had team-high 10 tackles Sunday, was on the field for 61 of 62 defensive snaps.

Third round (88th)

Danielle Hunter, DE, LSU

Got his first start Sunday because Everson Griffen was sidelined by illness. Played 50 snaps, doubling his workload over the first four games combined. Had half a sack and was credited with a forced fumble.

Fourth round (110th)

T.J. Clemmings, G, Pitt

Because of injuries, has been the starter at right tackle all season.

Fifth round (143rd)

MyCole Pruitt, TE, Southern Illinois

An impressive preseason was halted by an injury. Has played in every game but has no receptions.

Fifth round (146th)

Stefon Diggs, WR, Maryland

After three weeks inactive, has played the past two games. Has 13 catches for 216 yards. Played 57 of the 70 offensive snaps Sunday, best among the team's receivers and running backs.

Free agent on active roster

Taylor Heinicke, QB, Old Dominion

Third quarterback has been inactive for all five games.

Sixth round (185th)

Tyrus Thompson, OT, Oklahoma

Among the Vikings' final cuts, now on Jacksonville's practice squad.

Sixth round (193rd)

B.J. Dubose, DE, Louisville

On Vikings practice squad.

Seventh round (228th)

Austin Shepherd, G, Alabama

Has played in three of the team's five games.

Seventh round (232nd)

Edmond Robinson, LB, Newberry

Active for the first time Sunday, played only on special teams.

Free agents on practice squad

Isaac Fruechte, WR, Minnesota; Anthony Harris, S, Virginia.


Eric Kendricks
This is a 2015 photo of Eric Kendricks of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Thursday, May 7, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15 (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
This is a 2015 photo of Danielle Hunter of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Thursday, May 7, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15
This is a 2015 photo of Danielle Hunter of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Thursday, May 7, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15 (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
This is a 2015 photo of TJ Clemmings of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Thursday, May 7, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15
This is a 2015 photo of TJ Clemmings of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Thursday, May 7, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15 (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
This is a 2015 photo of MyCole Pruitt of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Thursday, May 7, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15
This is a 2015 photo of MyCole Pruitt of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Thursday, May 7, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15 (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
This is a 2015 photo of Tyrus Thompson of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Thursday, May 7, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15
This is a 2015 photo of Tyrus Thompson of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Thursday, May 7, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15 (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Louisville defensive lineman B.J. Dubose, center, is helped by Dallas Cowboys scout Kevin Simon, right, and NFL Trainer Marcus Davis after he fell upon finishing the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Sunday, Feb. 22, 2015. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) ORG XMIT: INJC112
Louisville defensive lineman B.J. Dubose, center, is helped by Dallas Cowboys scout Kevin Simon, right, and NFL Trainer Marcus Davis after he fell upon finishing the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Sunday, Feb. 22, 2015. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) ORG XMIT: INJC112 (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
This is a 2015 photo of Austin Shepherd of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Thursday, May 7, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15
This is a 2015 photo of Austin Shepherd of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Thursday, May 7, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15 (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
This is a photo of Josh Robinson of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Monday, July 6, 2015. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15
This is a photo of Josh Robinson of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Monday, July 6, 2015. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15 (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Newberry linebacker Edmond Robinson runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Sunday, Feb. 22, 2015. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) ORG XMIT: INJC14
Newberry linebacker Edmond Robinson runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Sunday, Feb. 22, 2015. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) ORG XMIT: INJC14 (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
This is a 2015 photo of Stefon Diggs of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Thursday, May 7, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15
This is a 2015 photo of Stefon Diggs of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Thursday, May 7, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15 (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
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