By: Cody Eastman
April 1, 2019
Photo: Sports Illustrated
The Vikings currently hold the 18th pick in 2019 NFL Draft, barring any trades, it could be very possible that Fant will be available when the Vikings are on the clock.
If the Minnesota Vikings do choose to draft Noah Fant, he would make an immediate impact and be an incredible weapon for Kirk Cousins.
Here is everything you need to know about Noah Fant:
Noah Fant, Iowa | Tight End | Height: 6’ 4” | Weight: 249 lbs
Even with his teammate, TJ Hockenson, arguably the best tight end in this draft class, sharing the spotlight, Fant was still able to put up some outstanding statistics in his collegiate career.
College Stats
2017 | SO | Receptions: 30 | Yards: 494 | Yards Per Catch: 16.5 | Touchdowns: 11
2018 | JR | Receptions: 39 | Yards: 519 | Yards Per Catch: 13.3 | Touchdowns: 7
Career Stats | Receptions: 78 | Yards: 1,083 | Yards Per Catch: 13.9 | Touchdowns: 19
Combine Results
40 Yard Dash: 4.5 Seconds (1st Among Tight Ends)
Bench Press: 20 Reps
Vertical: 39.5 Inches (1st Among Tight Ends)
Broad Jump: 10’ 7” (1st Among Tight Ends)
3 Cone Drill: 6.81 Seconds (1st Among Tight Ends)
20 Yard Shuttle: 4.22 Seconds
60 Yard Shuttle: 11.49 Seconds
Summary
His athleticism and playmaking ability are undeniable, if Fant impresses the Vikings on this official visit, he could very well be holding up that purple and gold come April, 25th.
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