# Caleb Banks' Quiet Debut

> Vikings rookie Caleb Banks struggles to find NFL footing.
- Title: Caleb Banks' Quiet Debut · Minnesota Vikings On SI | Shortify
- Summary: Vikings rookie Caleb Banks struggles to find NFL footing. Vikings rookie Caleb Banks has underperformed in early NFL games but retains elite physical tools…
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- Source: Minnesota Vikings On SI — https://si.com/nfl/vikings/onsi/caleb-banks-s-quiet-nfl-debut-being-overblown-vikings-fans-for-now-01m2k3w69h1w
- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:03+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: caleb banks, vikings, nfl, defensive end, preseason, draft pick, jalen redmond, levi drake rodriguez, sports
## Caleb Banks' early struggles
Vikings first-round pick Caleb Banks has four tackles and no sacks in preseason.
## Pad level issues
Banks washes away in run game with pad-level problems.
## Preseason performance
Banks recorded 16 snaps with no stats against green bay.
## Draft stock concerns
Pro football focus gave banks a 33.7 grade for his performance.
## Injury history
Banks missed most of college season and minicamps due to injuries.
## Dallas Turner comparison
Turner had 22.5 sacks at alabama versus banks' quiet college career.
## Age difference
Turner entered league one month younger than banks.
## Physical tools
Banks has record-setting wingspan and burst for defensive end.
## Future potential
Banks will likely stay behind redmond and rodriguez for 2026 season.
## Key takeaway

Vikings rookie Caleb Banks has underperformed in early NFL games but retains elite physical tools for future development.