B/R's NFL Scouting Department ranked him as the No. 3 signal-caller behind only Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders in its latest big board of prospects. That would make him the headliner from the group behind Ward and Sanders that includes Will Howard, Jalen Milroe, Quinn Ewers, Tyler Shough and Kyle McCord.

Veteran Harrison Smith decided to return for his 14th season, but the Vikings need to start grooming Smith’s heir apparent. Emmanwori is regarded as the top safety in the draft. His 88 tackles led South Carolina last season. He also produced four interceptions.

Where will Jaxson Dart be picked in the 2025 NFL Draft? NFL mock draft projections now have him going as high as No. 7 overall on Thursday, April 24.