J.J. McCarthy

Struggled in his first series; opening play misfired and a third-down pass sailed.

August 15, 2026 · alec_lewis and 1 other

Led the first-team offense to start the Vikings' second drive.

August 15, 2026 · BenGoessling and 2 others

Will play in Saturday's preseason opener.

August 13, 2026 · Kevin Seifert

Not named starter; says decision was out of his control and he will stay ready.

August 12, 2026 · alec_lewis and 3 others

Role uncertain after Murray took the starter job.

August 12, 2026 · alec_lewis

Lost a quarterback competition with Kyler Murray before the first preseason game.

August 11, 2026 · gregauman

How he reacts to Murray being named starter is a pending storyline.

August 11, 2026 · alec_lewis and 4 others

Made several accurate throws in camp, including intermediate completions, though both quarterbacks have favored sideline targets over middle-field reads in rhythm.

August 10, 2026 · alec_lewis and 1 other

Had good moments on corner routes but also misfired on several throws.

August 10, 2026 · alec_lewis and 2 others