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First practice of Vikings camp in the books. Thought it was a solid day for both QBs. Some impressive Murray throws, some misses (including a James Pierre pick). McCarthy can really rip it, but still waiting to see the layered throws. Jordan Addison is everywhere. Caleb Banks mixed in with the 1s. More to come!
Kevin O’Connell is staying true to his word and keeping things (roughly) 50/50 (drill was cut short before JJM could finish) between Kyler Murray and JJ McCarthy
O'Connell: Kyler Murray, JJ McCarthy will take reps with the 1st and 2nd-team offense, via @WillRagatz.
Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy will both take reps with the first and second-team offenses, per HC Kevin O’Connell (@WillRagatz)
Kevin O'Connell says both Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy will take reps with the first-team and second-team offense, as expected. They're looking to see who can elevate those around them and run the offense with comfort.
Rap: Kyler Murray, JJ McCarthy QB battle will go "right up to the start of the season."
“If J.J. McCarthy can’t master the mental and mechanical aspects of the position as O’Connell needs him to, and there aren’t enough physical attributes to make up for any of that shortfall, this competition could be over before it begins.”
#Vikings QB JJ McCarthy has improved “in a major way” on things the team has asked, including his “layering” of the ball and throwing at different speeds, per @JFowlerESPN. “The Vikings asked him to fix some things, including his ability to layer the ball, throw at different speeds, I’m told he’s addressed it in a major way and it has shown.”
Rams RB Blake Corum on former teammate J.J. McCarthy: "The ceiling is so high for J.J. He hasn't really had a lot of playing time that QBs need. Obviously, there's gonna be a [QB] competition... that's going to light a fire under him. He's still writing his story." (via @gmfb)