The selflessness that Jackson displayed is partially what won over the Vikings. Though they loved the skill set he possessed within his 6-foot-4, 315-pound frame. They also saw him as a perfect fit for their culture.

The Minnesota Vikings completed their offseason mission of completely overhauling the interior offensive line by taking guard Donovan Jackson in the first round of the NFL draft Thursday night.

Minnesota entered the draft with just four picks — the fewest in the league — and GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah doesn't sound very worried.