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J.J. McCarthy’s misses at QB stand out for Vikings in preseason loss
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Key Points:
- J.J. McCarthy had an inconsistent performance in the Minnesota Vikings' 13-3 preseason loss to Baltimore, completing 5 of 10 passes for 81 yards before being replaced by veteran Carson Wentz.
- McCarthy, the 10th overall pick in the 2024 draft, showed flashes with a 50-yard completion but also missed several key throws, including a critical fourth-down pass.
- Coach Kevin O’Connell limited McCarthy's playing time after he took hard hits and left the field gingerly, leaving the competition for the No. 2 quarterback spot behind Kyler Murray uncertain.
- Max Brosmer played the entire second half, completing 11 of 17 passes for 98 yards but threw an interception late in the game, while rookie defenders Silas Walters and Ethan Burke contributed turnovers for the Vikings.
- The Vikings' offense struggled to capitalize on opportunities, with turnovers on downs and interceptions hindering their scoring chances in the preseason matchup.
