Vikings quarterback competition remains tight during training camp practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 1:55 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
During the Minnesota Vikings' training camp on August 3, quarterback J.J. McCarthy struggled with accuracy and processing in his performance. This practice was notable as the first padded session of the camp. Previous practices saw McCarthy showing improvement, particularly in short passing, but inconsistencies remained. The competition for the starting quarterback position continues as McCarthy aims to demonstrate growth in mechanics while contributing to the team's progress this summer.
- •J.J. McCarthy had accuracy issues during padded practice on August 3.
- •Previous practices showed McCarthy's competent short passing capabilities.
- •The quarterback competition remains a focal point at Vikings training camp.
- •McCarthy aimed to improve mechanics and decision-making during camp.
- •This year's training camp practices are crucial for McCarthy's development.
- 1:55 AMYahoo Sports — Vikings Training Camp Notes: 8/3 Edition
"Since my last training camp notes, there have been three practices- the rained out practice on Friday that was moved indoors and turned into a walk-through practice, so nothing significant to report on that one. Saturday’s practice was significant in the quarterback competition and also positive when it comes to contributions from this year’s draft […]
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