Rodney

Adams

Adams (6’1/189) made 29 starts for the Bulls after transferring from Toledo, needing only three seasons to finish second in USF history in career catches (135), receiving yards (1,967), and receiving TDs (16). He earned second-team All-American Athletic Conference as a junior and senior, also returning kickoffs. While Adams is slippery after the catch with 4.44 speed, his slight build and poor ball security are big concerns after Adams dropped far too many passes in college and fumbled five times as a senior. He’ll likely have to carve out special teams value to last in the pros.

Adams was prolific at Toledo, but has a slight build and poor ball security. He is a top-notch athlete, and could contribute immediately on special teams. As far as offense goes, it will be a while before he gets a chance to crack the Vikings’ crowded receiver rotation.

Adams would replace Cordarrelle Patterson, who led the league in return average in 3-of-4 seasons. Special teams coach Mike Priefer said Adams has “done a good job so far,” but will face competition from Stacy Coley in training camp. Dalvin Cook, Jerick McKinnon, and Marcus Sherels are also in the mix.