The Minnesota Vikings might have found a gem in the Canadian Football League.

The team signed wide receiver Brandon Zylstra to a futures contract this offseason, and he’s making a case for a spot on their 53-man roster.

ESPN Vikings reporter Courtney Cronin identified him as the team’s breakout player to watch.

Minnesota Vikings WR Brandon Zylstra. The Vikings liked the former CFL standout so much that they signed him to a futures deal in early January. Among a deep crop of receivers battling for spots not belonging to Adam Thielen, Stefon Diggs and Laquon Treadwell, Zylstra sticks out as a player whose physical tools and route precision could earn him an important role. The Minnesota native led the CFL with 100 catches for 1,687 yards and eight touchdowns in 2017 and appears to be a lock for the 53-man roster.

The problem is, Zylstra has yet to play in a preseason game. A hamstring injury has kept him out of action, but he returned to practice last week and might be able to make his debut on Friday against the Seattle Seahawks.

The Minnesota native should have the opportunity to show everyone what he can do in prime time. If he translates his practice field success to live action, he’ll jump start his NFL career.