Phil Loadholt News

Nov 25, 2012; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bears middle linebacker Brian Urlacher tackles Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson during the second half at Soldier Field.

The Minnesota Vikings players won't be playing in the new stadium for a few years, but excitement was already building in on Monday night.

Nov 13, 2011; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Arizona Cardinals offensive tackle Brandon Keith during warmups prior to playing the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field.

It wasn't their only roster move of the day, though. The team has also announced that they've signed former Cardinals tackle Brandon Keith .

This video evidence shows Minnesota Vikings general manager Rick Spielman focused on trading up to secure the services of Tennessee receiver Cordarrelle Patterson -- a move to get not just his guy, but the team's guy, with the investment of months of scouting riding on his ability to pull it off.

Travis Bond, nicknamed "Tree Top" by teammates, could show a heavy preference for the run game as the Vikings begin to round out the seventh round.

The Cincinnati Bengals' re-signing of right tackle Andre Smith shouldn't get lost in what has been another strong draft for the franchise.

Even though the hype surrounding the 2013 NFL Draft hasn't waned, many experts are down on this year's class, but Minnesota Vikings General Manager Rick Spielman said they should be looking deeper.

The Minnesota Vikings are set up well at offensive tackle with Matt Kalil and Phil Loadholt in place, and center John Sullivan is one of the NFL's best at his position.