McCarthy struggles as Vikings fall to Ravens in preseason game
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 10:42 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
J.J. McCarthy had an inconsistent performance for the Minnesota Vikings during a 13-3 preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens on August 22. McCarthy completed 5 of 10 passes for 81 yards, playing four series with the second-team offense before yielding to Carson Wentz. The Ravens, led by rookie quarterback Joe Fagnano's touchdown pass, showcased a strong defense despite resting several starters. Minnesota's second half saw Max Brosmer go 11 for 17 with one interception. Both teams will prepare for their next preseason matchups, with Baltimore hosting Washington and Minnesota traveling to Denver.
- •Vikings lose 13-3 to Ravens in preseason matchup.
- •McCarthy completes 5 of 10 passes for 81 yards.
- •Joe Fagnano throws a touchdown pass for the Ravens.
- •Max Brosmer plays entire second half, intercepted once.
- •Vikings will face the Broncos in their next preseason game.
- 11:22 PMESPN — McCarthy starts, gets 'banged up' in Vikings' loss
- 8:36 PMYahoo Sports — McCarthy's misfires at QB stand out for the Vikings in a 13-3 preseason loss to the Ravens
"J.J. McCarthy had an erratic start for the Minnesota Vikings, completing 5 of 10 passes for 81 yards in a 13-3 exhibition-game loss to Baltimore on Saturday, after undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano threw a touchdown pass to LaJohntay Wester for the Ravens. McCarthy played four series with the second-team offense before yielding to 11th-year veteran Carson Wentz, leaving the picture unclear about who will be the No. 2 quarterback behind Kyler Murray in the regular season.
"Quarterback J.J. McCarthy, who ended up with 18 snaps, would have played longer Saturday if he had not gotten "banged up" during a rough first quarter in the Minnesota Vikings' 13-3 preseason loss to the Baltimore Ravens, coach Kevin O'Connell said.
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External links- ESPNAug 22, 2026, 11:22 PMMcCarthy starts, gets 'banged up' in Vikings' loss
Quarterback J.J. McCarthy, who ended up with 18 snaps, would have played longer Saturday if he had not gotten "banged up" during a rough first quarter in the Minnesota Vikings' 13-3 preseason loss to the Baltimore Ravens, coach Kevin O'Connell said.
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 8:36 PMMcCarthy's misfires at QB stand out for the Vikings in a 13-3 preseason loss to the Ravens
J.J. McCarthy had an erratic start for the Minnesota Vikings, completing 5 of 10 passes for 81 yards in a 13-3 exhibition-game loss to Baltimore on Saturday, after undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano threw a touchdown pass to LaJohntay Wester for the Ravens. McCarthy played four series with the second-team offense before yielding to 11th-year veteran Carson Wentz, leaving the picture unclear about who will be the No. 2 quarterback behind Kyler Murray in the regular season.
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