Orange stood out in college for his strength and ability to disrupt the run game, with enough burst to contribute as a gap-penetrating defender in various alignments. He projects as a depth piece on the Vikings’ defensive line, capable of contributing on early-down stops and providing interior pressure in sub-packages.
Coming from Iowa State, Orange brings a program-tested mentality and experience against a Big 12 slate, where he faced multiple offenses that tested his size, resilience, and motor. His versatility could allow him to line up at multiple spots along the line and adapt to different schemes.
Vikings fans will be watching how Orange translates his college production to the professional level, particularly in a defense that values interior disruption and run-stopping ability. His development will likely focus on technique efficiency, hand placement, and consistent effort to maximize his impact in nickel and dime packages.
This pick continues Minnesota’s strategy of adding versatile linemen who can contribute early and develop into long-term contributors on the defensive front. If Orange reaches his potential, he could emerge as a reliable rotational piece and special teams contributor while expanding the Vikings’ interior pass-rush options.
