Will Ragatz

Will Ragatz

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Will Ragatz is a senior writer for Vikings On SI, who also covers the Twins, Timberwolves, Gophers, and other Minnesota teams. He is a credentialed Minnesota Vikings beat reporter, covering the team extensively at practices, games and throughout the NFL draft and free agency period. Ragatz attended Northwestern University, where he studied at the prestigious Medill School of Journalism. During his time as a student, he covered Northwestern Wildcats football and basketball for SB Nation’s Inside NU, eventually serving as co-editor-in-chief in his junior year. In the fall of 2018, Will interned in Sports Illustrated’s newsroom in New York City, where he wrote articles on Major League Baseball, college football, and college basketball for SI.com.

Nov 16, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators defensive lineman Caleb Banks (88) celebrates with the ball after a fumble recovery against the LSU Tigers during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

Sep 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jonathan Greenard (58) celebrates a sack with linebacker Dallas Turner (15) during the first half against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium.

Jul 29, 2025; Eagan, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell looks on during the teams training camp at the Minnesota Vikings Training Facility.

Oct 5, 2025; Tottenham, United Kingdom; Minnesota Vikings owners Mark Wilf (left) and Zygi Wilf during an NFL International Series game against the Cleveland Browns at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Sep 7, 2024; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones defensive lineman Domonique Orange (95) sacks Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Cade McNamara (12) during the fourth quarter at Kinnick Stadium.

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How many of the Vikings' recent draft picks are in line for significant roles as rookies?

Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Florida Gators defensive lineman Caleb Banks is selected by the Minnesota Vikings as the number 18 pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium.

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Let's take a look at some draft class grades and other expert thoughts on Minnesota's haul.

Oct 5, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies linebacker Scooby Williams (0) defends in coverage in the second half against the Missouri Tigers at Kyle Field.

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These undrafted free agents could have a real path to a roster spot this fall.

Feb 1, 2025; Orlando, FL, USA; Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jonathan Greenard (58) signs autographs during NFC Practice for the Pro Bowl Games at Camping World Stadium.

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A popular Vikings fan account on social media pulled a quote out of context for engagement, and Greenard wasn't surprised.

Jul 28, 2025; Eagan, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell talks with the wide receivers during the teams training camp at the Minnesota Vikings Training Facility.

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We projected the Vikings' entire depth chart after the addition of 28 rookies.

Sep 17, 2022; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats offensive lineman Gavin Gerhardt (53) snaps the ball against the Miami Redhawks in the second half at Paycor Stadium.

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The Vikings wrapped up their 2026 class with Cincinnati center Gavin Gerhardt in round seven.

Oct 4, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons running back Demond Claiborne (1) runs the ball during the first quarter against the Virginia Tech Hokies at Lane Stadium.

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The Vikings have their home-run threat in the backfield in Claiborne, who has 4.37 speed.

Dec 7, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Andrew van Ginkel (43) reacts with linebacker Jonathan Greenard (58) during the second half at U.S. Bank Stadium.

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Greenard thanked former Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and praised the organization in his goodbye post after being traded.

Michigan tight end Max Bredeson (44) warms up ahead of the Purdue game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, November 1, 2025.

Max Bredeson and Charles Demmings were the Vikings' picks in the fifth round on Saturday.

Miami safety Jakobe Thomas is the newest member of the Vikings' secondary.

The Vikings went defense with three of their four picks on Friday night. Let's dive into all four players.

Dec 1, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jonathan Greenard (58) reacts during the second quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at U.S. Bank Stadium.

The Vikings' difficult decision to trade Greenard was driven by the financial element, according to Rob Brzezinski.

Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes defensive back Jakobe Thomas (8) against the Indiana Hoosiers during the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium.

The Vikings took Northwestern OT Caleb Tiernan and Miami S Jakobe Thomas with their final two picks on Day 2.