1st-year Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy throws 2 TD passes, leads team to 24-23 preseason win over Raiders, ending 10-game losing streak.

Rookie J.J. McCarthy made a promising debut for the Minnesota Vikings, throwing two touchdown passes in a 24-23 preseason win over the Las Vegas Raiders. McCarthy recovered from an interception to complete 11 of 17 passes for 188 yards in six possessions, showing strong leadership and poise. The Vikings ended their 10-game preseason losing streak with a 37-yard field goal by rookie Will Reichard as time expired. Both teams provided their projected starters with at least one series, with key players held out or limited due to injuries.

August 10, 2024
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