The Facts: With the 32nd pick in the 2014 NFL Draft, the Vikings select Louisville's Bridgewater.

Diehards Line: The Vikings traded up to secure their quarterback of the future. ... According to his NFL.com scouting report, Bridgewater is a calculated, football-smart, precision-matchup rhythm passer, but the fact he'll play the next two seasons outdoors in a very cold climate could be an issue. Still, joining an offense featuring one of the league's top running backs in Adrian Peterson, a young playmaker in Cordarrelle Patterson and solid veterans like Greg Jennings and Kyle Rudolph will be a plus. Working with a coordinator like Norv Turner won't hurt either. And if need be, the Vikings still have Matt Cassel to serve as a bridge to get Bridgewater up to speed. ... Get complete draft results on our expanded NFL Draft Page, which is updated as each pick is made.