Summer is here, sort of, and it is everyone’s favorite time of the year, scouting time. Every year, we do Summer Scouting to preview college football for Vikings fans, but also give them an idea of names to follow and watch in the fall as needs pop up for Minnesota.
Are we going to write about quarterbacks? Offensive tackles? Edge rushers? You know it, but why? Because other NFL teams will draft them, just as they will draft every other position. It all matters whether these players end up on the Vikings, the Bears, or the Steelers. We write these so Vikings fans can be the most informed fans.
So if you are still with us, enjoy our latest Summer Scouting report as we prepare you for the Fall.
Film
- Tennessee
- Mississippi State
Background Info
- Listed at 6-1/235 lbs.
- 4-Star recruit according to 247 Sports
- Under Armor All-American
- Also participated in track and field in high school
- Ran a 10.91 100-meters and 22.07 200-meters
- Dad played for the New Orleans Saints
- Two brothers who also play college football
Notable career stats heading into 2026
- 136 tackles
- 18.5 combined tackles for a loss and sacks
- Generated 1 turnover
Notable numbers from PFF heading into 2026
- 66.3 Career PFF Run Defense Grade
- 59.3 Career PFF Coverage Grade
- 31 Hurries
- Missed tackle rate of 8.3%
- 65 Stops
Strengths
- Shown leaderrshop on the Bulldog defense and is poised for a breakout opportunity in 2026
- Good instincts to find the ball carrier
- Promise as a pass rusher
- Good range in coverage
- Fluid movement skills due to hip and footwork
Player Summary
Raylen Wilson is a dynamic defender for the Bulldogs who showcases promise as a linebacker and pass rusher equally. He does not impress me overall at either, but I think that is also because Georgia wasn’t able to use him fully in 2025. With the departure of CJ Allen, Wilson is poised to step up and lead the middle of their defense while showcasing his instincts and range. He could be a big riser in the process throughout the next year.
This article originally appeared on Vikings Wire: 2027 NFL Draft Summer Scouting on Georgia LB Raylen Wilson