
Penn State linebacker Kobe King picked by Minnesota Vikings in 6th round

Kobe King, a linebacker from Penn State, was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft. He was selected with the 201st overall pick. King, a redshirt junior from Detroit, Michigan, had a stellar college career, earning Second-Team All-Big Ten honors from coaches and media in his final season.
*College Highlights:*
– *Games Played*: King played 46 games (27 starts) for Penn State, recording 200 tackles (113 solo), 18.5 tackles for loss, 4.5 sacks, one forced fumble, and four pass breakups.
– *Awards and Recognition*: He was named a team captain and was added to the Butkus Award watchlist in 2024.
– *Notable Performance*: King had a standout game against Minnesota, contributing nine tackles and 1.5 tackles for loss ¹ ².
*NFL Draft Prospects:*
– *Run-Stopping Ability*: King excels in run defense, using his momentum to generate game-changing plays.
– *Athleticism*: He ran a 4.63-second 40-yard dash, 7.21 three-cone drill, and 4.26 shuttle drill at Penn State’s Pro Day.
– *Comparison*: Some analysts compare King to Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jack Sanborn, projecting him as a Day 3 pick ² ³.
King’s brother, Kalen, was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the 2024 NFL Draft, 255th overall. With his selection by the Vikings, Kobe King joins the NFL, ready to showcase his skills ¹ ⁴.