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Kevin O’Connell’s comments about J.J. McCarthy explain why he left the game, but one thing doesn’t add up

Many still held hope for J.J. McCarthy going into the preseason game against the Ravens, but things took a turn. The Minnesota Vikings struggled on Saturday afternoon against the Baltimore Ravens, losing their second preseason game by a score of 13-3.

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JJ McCarthy had the most embarrassing missed throw of preseason

JJ McCarthy is not exactly inspiring a lot of confidence in his ability to reclaim the Minnesota Vikings’ quarterback job. McCarthy made one of the most embarrassing throws of the preseason to date during the first quarter of Saturday’s preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 22

Vikings' J.J. McCarthy gets brutal assessment after preseason dud

After Kyler Murray got the nod, J.J. McCarthy isn't doing much to prove that he can be his backup.

Vikings QB Carson Wentz makes case to be Kyler Murray's backup with impressive play vs. Ravens

Vikings' Justin Jefferson opens up about Kyler Murray concerns

The 'Multiple TD passes in an NFL debut' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 22

Vikings' Defense Gets Little Help in Loss to Ravens: Here Are the 3 Things That Mattered Most

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — After two intense days of joint practices earlier this week, the Minnesota Vikings hosted the Baltimore Ravens at U.S. Bank Stadium this afternoon.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 22

Minnesota Vikings Preseason Recap: J.J. McCarthy’s bizarre day highlights 2026 debut at U.S. Bank Stadium

It was a beautiful day outside of U.S. Bank Stadium, and there was a lot of football being played on the inside as well. The Minnesota Vikings opened up U.S.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 22

Vikings fall to Ravens in preseason action: Who stood out for Minnesota?

After a pair of competitive joint practices with the Ravens in Eagan this week, the Vikings chose to rest all of their starters for Saturday’s preseason game at U.S.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 22

Vikings' Wentz makes case to be Murray's backup with impressive play

Vikings QB Carson Wentz makes case to be Kyler Murray's backup with impressive play vs. Ravens

A lot of the attention on the Minnesota Vikings this season has been on the quarterback battle between Murray and J.J. McCarthy. But, there's another quarterback in the mix.

Vikings share massive J.J. McCarthy, Carson Wentz update amid rumors

Vikings' Justin Jefferson opens up about Kyler Murray concerns

Kevin O'Connell discusses Kyler Murray concern after J.J. McCarthy decision

The 'Active 3-TD pass NFL games' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / August 22

The 3 Vikings Players Who Need a Big Game Against the Ravens to Stay on the Roster

The Vikings are set to play the Ravens for their second preseason game of the year, and after that first game against the Giants, the 53-man roster is becoming clearer as we see guys pull ahead in position battles and some bubble players fall out of favor.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 22

Vikings Preseason Center Report Card: More Questions Than Answers Cause Early Concern

When looking ahead to the start of the Vikings' regular season, there aren't many positions to be concerned about. Although depth is an issue at some spots, the starters are mostly solid and ready for action when the 2026 NFL season commences, beginning with a Week 1 showdown with the Packers.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 22

Most Important Viking to Watch vs. Ravens in Preseason Week 2

The Vikings will continue their 2026 preseason when they play the Ravens in their second exhibition game on Saturday. It's a home game at U.S. Bank Stadium for head coach Kevin O'Connell & CO., and will feature many players trying to make a good impression on the coaching staff to keep themselves in the mix for the 53-man roster.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Kyler Murray News / A to Z Sports / August 21

Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell states the obvious about Kyler Murray, and it stirred up some controversy for the wrong reason

Sometimes as a head coach, you can state the obvious and it ends up being the wrong way to go. Ahead of joint practices on Thursday afternoon, Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell talked to the media, and was asked about quarterback Kyler Murray throwing with anticipation over the middle of the field.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 21

What We Know About the Vikings' Safety Battle After Ravens Joint Practices

With Harrison Smith still enjoying life from a golf course somewhere and the unfortunate injury to Jamal Adams, the Vikings' situation at safety is as nebulous as ever.

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Jonathan Harris News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 21

Vikings Worked Out Two Defensive Linemen

The Minnesota Vikings officially hosted DT Simeon Barrow and DE Jonathan Harris for workouts on Friday, per the NFL Transactions wire. Harris, 30, signed on with the Bears as an undrafted free agent out of Lindenwood back in 2019.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 21

How to Watch Vikings' 2nd Preseason Game vs. Ravens (Start Time, Channel & More)

It's been a long summer, but the finish line is in sight. The Minnesota Vikings will take another step towards the regular season when they host the Baltimore Ravens for Saturday's preseason game at U.S.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 21

Vikings Training Camp Recap: Top Mr. Mankato candidates highlight excellent young players on Minnesota’s roster

The next Mr. Mankato will be crowned shortly, and there are some really interesting candidates for the award. The Minnesota Vikings have wrapped up joint practices with the Baltimore Ravens, which means training camp is just about over.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 21

4 Things I'm Watching For in Vikings' Preseason Game vs. Ravens (Demond Claiborne Among Must-See Players)

The Vikings and Ravens starting units spent Wednesday and Thursday taking reps against each other in joint practice in what will likely be the most impactful work for both teams all summer.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 21

Vikings Preseason RB Report Card: A Logjam in the Backfield Leads to Mixed Grades

When talking about the Vikings, much of the discussion has centered around the quarterback situation with Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy. However, what's happening in Minensota's running back has a great deal of intrigue to follow as well.

Mohamed Ibrahim News / Bring Me The Sports / August 21

Gophers' RB rotation beginning to take shape under Mohamed Ibrahim

Darius Taylor is back for his fourth season with the Gophers, but the running back room around him will have a different look this fall. The program’s all-time leading rusher, Mohamed Ibrahim, is Taylor’s third different running backs coach, and five newcomers have created a deep stable of options to use as depth beyond Minnesota’s bellcow.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 21

Vikings' Justin Jefferson opens up about Kyler Murray concerns

On Thursday, Vikings superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson insisted that he is "very comfortable" regarding his working relationship with Kyler Murray.

Kevin O'Connell discusses Kyler Murray concern after J.J. McCarthy decision

J.J. McCarthy not guaranteed to win Vikings' QB2 job

Vikings share massive J.J. McCarthy, Carson Wentz update amid rumors

The 'NFL receiving yards-per-game leaders' quiz

Eric Johnson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 21