The 2027 NFL Draft will take place in Washington, D.C. next year. In that draft, the Vikings still have their first-round pick, but a lot could happen in the next 12 months. Before then, though, there will be plenty of speculation and buildup for the team and who they may add to the roster through the draft in a class that many are saying could be one of generational wealth.

Athlon Sports' Luke Easterling recently released the latest way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft of the cycle, which has the team going offense for a change. He has them going with Missouri star running back Ahmad Hardy as a way for the team to get back to establishing the run for their quarterback and offense overall.

Easterling explains the Hardy pick, writing, "Aaron Jones has been one of the NFL’s most complete running backs throughout his career, but the Vikings could look for his successor next offseason. Hardy is a dynamic, explosive runner who can take any touch to the house."

The 2027 NFL Draft is going to be loaded with running back talent, a year after there was a significant dip. Whether it is Hardy, Kewan Lacy out of Ole Miss, or Jadan Baugh out of Florida, there will be options for the Vikings.

This article originally appeared on Vikings Wire: The Vikings land Ahmad Hardy in another 2027 NFL Mock Draft