Griffen notched 12.0 sacks in 2014 and made his first of four Pro Bowls the following season. Griffen played 156 games for the Vikings, making 94 starts. He registered 79.5 sacks, two interceptions, and scored two defensive touchdowns.

The Minnesota Vikings were interested in Donovan Jackson last year when he was considering entering the draft.

The Minnesota Vikings were sold on Donovan Jackson in the first round after seeing his selfless decision to move to left tackle. He was the first of five selections made this weekend.