The Minnesota Vikings have selected edge rusher Jalyn Holmes out of Ohio State with the 102nd overall pick in the fourth round of the 2018 NFL Draft.
Holmes adds depth to a defensive end rotation that brought in Sheldon Richardson as a free agent this offseason.
Jalyn Holmes Bio
Position: DE/OLB
School: Ohio State
College Experience: Senior
Height: 6-5
Weight: 283 lbs
What the analysts are saying
- "Conversion of speed to power as a bull rusher is impressive when he gets momentum rolling downhill." - Lance Zierlein, NFL.com
- "Undeveloped pass-rush plan with little creativity to his hand/arm moves." - Dane Brugler, NFLDraftScout.com
Athletic testing
| Event | Result |
|---|---|
| 40-yard Dash | 4.82 sec |
| Bench Press | 25 reps |
| Vertical Jump | 32 inches |
| Broad Jump | 112 inches (pro day) |
| 3-Cone Drill | 7.62 sec (pro day) |
| 20-yard Shuttle | 4.59 sec (pro day) |
