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Analyzing the opponent: Ranking NFC North Wide Receiver Groups

By Parker Hurley

Nov 13, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Cameron Meredith (81) works out prior to the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 13, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Cameron Meredith (81) works out prior to the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 31, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs (14) is defended by the Chicago Bears players during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 31, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs (14) is defended by the Chicago Bears players during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Vikings

Stefon Diggs, Adam Thielen, Laquon Treadwell, Jarius Wright, Michael Floyd, Stacy Cooley, Rodney Adams

The Vikings will be bringing in a lot of competition into training camp. Two names who are going to stick are Stefon Diggs and Adam Thielen. Both are great route runners and can create separation with their feet. Diggs is strong after the catch and Thielen has a solid catch radius. On top of that, the two can play in any position, so the compliments around them can be versatile.

The most noteworthy name to watch is Laquon Treadwell. He practically redshirted his rookie season, and there are a lot of questions as to why he could not earn a chance. Whether it be skill related, playbook recognition, or a

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Mike Zimmer rookie thing he is going to have to be given a chance to become a factor in this offense. As of now, he is a complete question mark, though.

Wright and Rodney Adams are more slot, possession types and they will likely compete for a spot on the team and special teams duty. The same could be said for Cooley and Floyd, as the two are both deep ball threats who would be dynamic additions if either were to catch on. However, as of now Floyd has a lot of concerns and Cooley is a complete question, so the bottom part of this roster will be something to revisit.

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