The Minnesota Vikings have officially selected defensive lineman Caleb Banks with the No. 18 overall pick in the NFL Draft. While the selection solidifies the Vikings' defensive front, attention has quickly turned to the rookie's health status following recent medical evaluations.
According to a report from Adam Schefter of ESPN, NFL teams received a letter this week clarifying Banks' recovery timeline. Following a CT scan conducted this past Tuesday, Banks is reportedly "on pace to be fully cleared for full football activities in early June." The defensive lineman is currently working his way back from a surgically repaired bone in his left foot.
The update provides a positive outlook for the Vikings' first-round investment, suggesting that Caleb Banks will be ready to participate in key off-season programs and training camp. The team moved to secure the interior defender to bolster their front seven as they look toward the upcoming season.
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