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Minnesota Vikings draft review; Jeff Baca
Minnesota Vikings General Manager Rick Spielman had several holes to fill in the three day NFL draft held in late April.
Vikings sign another trio of draft picks -- leaving the big three
The Vikings continued to blaze through the process of signing their draft picks, locking up three more players Wednesday -- punter Jeff Locke and guards Jeff Baca and Travis Bond.
Circling back on our UCLA newcomers
So it looks like I zigged this week when I should have zagged on the eligibility of three former UCLA players for NFC North offseason work.
Kyle Long among those ineligible for OTAs
This week, NFC West colleague Mike Sando posted the NFL's little-known rules for rookie participation in offseason programs.
2013 NFL Draft: Wrapping Up the Bruins
The 2013 NFL Draft is now over. UCLA saw 4 players drafted this year, with Datone Jones being the first Bruin 1st round selection since Marcedes Lewis in 2006, and Jeff Baca the first O-Lineman picked since 1999.
UCLA Football: Winners and Losers from Bruins' 2013 Spring Practice
Aside from a few injuries, the camp was considered to be a success. Jim Mora's bunch is a young group that continues to mature - both physically and mentally.
Vikings select UCLA punter Jeff Locke in 5th round, possibly saying goodbye to outspoken Kluwe
Chris Kluwe's eventful run as Minnesota Vikings punter may have come to an end on the final day of the NFL draft on Saturday.
2013 NFL Draft: Minnesota Vikings draft road-grader Travis Bond
Heading into April, the Minnesota Vikings knew that they needed some help along the interior of the offensive line.
Vikings Draft Guard Jeff Baca in Sixth Round
Feb 21, 2013; Indianapolis, IN, USA; UCLA offensive lineman Jeff Baca speaks to the media during the 2013 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Vikings draft UCLA G Jeff Baca in 6th round
They picked up another seventh-round pick from Tampa Bay to move back from No. 189, then grabbed Baca, a 6-foot-3, 302-pound guard to add some depth on the offensive line.
Jeff Baca: 5 Things You Need to Know About the UCLA Guard
As a pro prospect, Baca won't be drafted high because of his physical limitations, specifically his lack of strength.
Spaulding Roundup: Alberto Cid's Retirement and Practice Notes
The Bruins finished up their final regular practice session of the Spring this morning on Spaulding Field, leaving just Saturday night's Spring Spectacular to close out Spring ball.