The Vikings could have traded down in Round 1, but they didn't want to risk missing out on Jackson, who could step in as an early starter.

As the Vikings stayed at No. 24 and selected Jackson, the Houston Texans executed a trade back with the New York Giants with the following pick -- sending the No. 25 overall pick to New York in exchange for the No. 34, No. 99 and a 2026 third-round pick.

The NFC North is loaded with intrigue, from the Chicago Bears getting a new coach for Caleb Williams to the Detroit Lions restocking after a stunning No. 1-seed exit to the Green Bay Packers looking to stay healthy around Jordan Love.