Ihmir Smith-Marsette

Smith-Marsette's a fun tape evaluation. He's a smooth route-runner that has the potential to be the WR3 in this Vikings offense immediately. While this role might not lead to consistent fantasy production in year one, there's the possibility that Adam Thielen's injury history catches up with him again. At that point, Smith-Marsette is now a starting WR for a NFL team, which is more than you can say for a lot of the other options in the fourth round of your Dynasty rookie draft. Additionally, Thielen might be nearing the end of his career too. If Smith-Marsette can grow and develop the way that I think he can, he could be ready to take over for Thielen as early as next season.

Ihmir Smith-Marsette selected No. 157 by the Minnesota Vikings

The Vikings have selected wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette with the 157th pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Fantasy Impact

Ihmir Smith-Marsette is tall (6'2") albeit lean (186 lbs) WR. With a track background, his long strides help him separate from DBs. With poor quarterback play at Iowa, it's tough to predict his upside, but learning from Adam Thielen and Justin Jefferson can't hurt. The Vikings add some speed to their wide receiver room here in the fifth round.