What does Vikings depth chart look like ahead of minicamp?

After steadily working their way through voluntary workouts, the Vikings are finally set to host mandatory minicamp.

The expectation is that pretty much everybody on the roster will be in attendance this week at TCO Performance Center.Here is a look at the projected Vikings depth chart as things currently stand.QuarterbackStarter: J.J.

McCarthyBackup: Sam HowellReserves: Brett Rypien, Max BrosmerAnalysis: Theres no question that the Vikings are moving forward with McCarthy as the starter.

The future is now.

He has been getting a majority of the reps this spring and that will continue this summer.

It appears that Howell is firmly in the drivers seat to be the backup.

That leaves Rypien and Brosmer presumably battling it out for the right to be the reserve.Running BackStarter: Aaron JonesBackup: Jordan MasonReserves: Ty Chandler, Zavier Scott, Tre StewartAnalysis: It wouldnt be shocking to see the Vikings list Jones as the starter and Mason as the backup.

That said, Jones and Mason are expected to share most of the workload in the backfield, which will be a good thing for everybody involved.

The best way for Chandler to secure his spot on the roster is to make himself indispensable as a kick returner.FullbackStarter: C.J.

HamAnalysis: Its no secret that the Vikings adore what Ham brings to the table.

Hes a leader on and off the field and should be sticking around for the foreseeable future.ReceiverStarters: Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, Jalen NailorBackups: Tai Felton, Rondale Moore, Tim JonesReserves: Lucky Jackson, Thayer Thomas, Jeshaun Jones, Silas Bolden, Robert Lewis, Dontae Fleming, Myles PriceAnalysis: The fact that the Vikings have Jefferson, Addison, and Nailor leading the charge is a luxury.

Youd struggle to find a better a receiving corps in the NFL.

Theres a clear break after that trio, though, with the rest of the pack jockeying for position.

The ability to contribute on special teams will likely serve as the tiebreaker when it comes to cuts.Tight EndStarter: T.J.

HockensonBackup: Josh OliverReserves: Gavin Bartholomew, Ben Yurosek, Bryson NesbitAnalysis: If the Vikings want to compete at at high level, Hockenson needs to prove himself as a matchup nightmare once again.

They know what to expect from Oliver at this point.

It should be a pretty good competition with Bartholomew, Yurosek and Nesbit trying to carve out a niche for themselves.Offensive LineStarters: Christian Darrisaw (LT), Donovan Jackson (LG), Ryan Kelly (C), Will Fries (RG), Brian ONeill (RT)Backups: Justin Skule (LT), Blake Brandel (LG), Michael Jurgens (C), Henry Byrd (RG), Walter Rouse (RT)Reserves: Leroy Watson IV (LT), Joe Huber (LG), Zeke Correll (C), Marcellus Johnson (RG), Logan Brown (RT)Analysis: The biggest unknown for the Vikings on the offensive line is how long it will take Darrisaw to get back to 100 percent.

Hes recovering from a torn anterior cruciate land medial collateral ligaments.

The other question is whether Jackson will actually start.

Hes currently being given every opportunity to separate himself.

As for Fries, though he hasnt been around this spring, he should be good to go by this summer.Defensive LineStarters: Jonathan Allen (DE), Harrison Phillips (NT), Javon Hargrave (DE)Backups: Jalen Redmond (DE), Taki Taimani (NT) Levi Drake Rodriguez (DE)Reserves: Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins (DE), Jonathan Harris (DE), Travis Bell (NT), Alexander Williams (DE), Elijah Williams (DE)Analysis: Theres a new look for the Vikings up front with additions of Allen and Hargrave.

They should pair nicely with Phillips as the starters in the trenches.

The gluttony of young talent across the board on the defensive line will keep everybody fresh.Edge RushersStarters: Jonathan Greenard, Andrew Van GinkelBackups: Dallas Turner, Bo RichterReserves: Gabe Murphy, Tyler Batty, Chaz Chambliss, Matt HarmonAnalysis: As much as the Vikings are going to lean on Greenard and Van Ginkel, they are also going to need a jump from Turner.

Even if hes not being listed as starter for this thought exercise, Turners growth could help unlock another dimension for the defense.LinebackersStarters: Blake Cashman, Ivan Pace Jr.Backups: Eric Wilson, Kobe KingReserves: Brian Asamoah II, Max Tooley, Austin Keys, Dorian MausiAnalysis: The production of Cashman and Pace is something the Vikings should be able to rely on regardless of whos behind them.

The main position battle here could be between King and Asamoah.

There probably isnt room for both of them.CornerbacksStarters: Byron Murphy Jr., Isaiah Rodgers, Jeff Okudah,Backups: Mekhi Blackmon, Dwight McGlothern, Tavierre Thomas,Reserves: Reddy Steward, Ambry Thomas, Kahlef Hailassie, Zemaiah Vaughn, Keenan GarberAnalysis: This could look different down the road if the Vikings end up signing a free agent.

In the meantime, Murphy, Rodgers, and Okudah have been getting a majority of the reps with the starters, with Blackmon and McGlothern mixing in.

It might be worth keeping an eye on Vaughn; he has made some plays this spring and will be looking to keep that momentum rolling this summer.SafetiesStarters: Harrison Smith, Josh MetellusBackups: Theo Jackson, Jay WardReserves: Bubba Bolden, Mishael PowellAnalysis: It would behoove the Vikings to sign Metellus to a contract extension sooner rather than later.

Hes an irreplaceable part of the defense and deserves to be compensated as such.

As for the rest of the position group, Smith should continue to be a stalwart, and Jackson should thrive while stepping into an increased role.SpecialistsStarters: Will Reichard (K), Ryan Wright (P), Andrew DePaola (LS)Backups: Oscar Chapman (P)Analysis: There shouldnt be any surprises from the Vikings when it comes to the group of specialists.Related ArticlesWhen remembering Vikings legend Jim Marshall, everybody has a favorite storyAlan Pages foundation honors Jim Marshall with expansion of scholarshipSam Darnold is learning a new city and offense with plenty of supportVikings legend Jim Marshall dies at age of 87Justin Jeffersons leadership skills on display at Vikings OTAs.

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