One sleeper to watch in each position group on the Vikings' offense

Training camp is where depth charts begin to separate from roster lists.

The Minnesota Vikings know their offensive headliners. Justin Jefferson remains the centerpiece of the passing game, the offensive line has several established pieces, and Kevin O’Connell’s system gives skill players a chance to carve out defined roles. Still, every camp produces sleepers who force coaches to look twice, and Minnesota has several under-the-radar offensive players worth monitoring.

Quarterback: Max Brosmer

Brosmer is not entering camp as the favorite for a starting role, but backup quarterback competitions always matter. The former Minnesota standout is familiar with the region and has enough experience to make his preseason reps important. If he shows command, accuracy and the ability to operate O’Connell’s offense cleanly, he can strengthen his case as a developmental quarterback worth keeping around and could challenge Carson Wentz for the third QB spot.

Running back: Demond Claiborne

Claiborne may be the most explosive sleeper on the offense. The rookie running back from Wake Forest brings speed and big-play potential to a position group where burst can stand out quickly in camp. His quickest path to a role could come through special teams, receiving work and change-of-pace touches, but a strong preseason could make him difficult to ignore.

Wide receiver: Dillon Bell

Bell already has generated offseason intrigue, and the former Georgia wide receiver has the size and versatility to push for a role behind the established names. At 6-foot and 209 pounds, Bell can help himself by showing he can separate, block, contribute on special teams and handle multiple receiver spots. For a rookie receiver, dependability may matter as much as highlight plays.

Tight end: Bryson Nesbit

Nesbit gives the Vikings another pass-catching tight end to evaluate. At 6-foot-5 and 228 pounds, he brings length and receiving upside to the room. His roster path will depend on whether he can handle the physical responsibilities of the position, but his athletic profile makes him worth watching when preseason targets begin flowing to the back half of the depth chart.

Offensive line: Gavin Gerhardt

Gerhardt is the offensive line sleeper because interior depth is always valuable. The rookie center from Cincinnati is listed at 6-foot-4 and 310 pounds, giving Minnesota another developmental option in the middle. If he can show clean snaps, communication skills and enough anchor strength, he could make a push for a depth role.

The Vikings do not need every sleeper to become a major contributor. They need one or two to emerge as useful depth pieces, special teams contributors or future rotational options. Brosmer, Claiborne, Bell, Nesbit and Gerhardt each have a clear path to making training camp more interesting.

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