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Vikings Fall 27–19 to Ravens as Record False Starts and Play-Calling Come Under Fire

J.J. McCarthy acknowledged the procedural miscues, with the cause still unresolved.

Overview

  • Minnesota lost 27-19 at home to Baltimore in Week 10, squandering momentum from a Week 9 win.
  • The offense was flagged for a franchise-record eight false starts at U.S. Bank Stadium.
  • Quarterback J.J. McCarthy threw two interceptions and took responsibility for the pre-snap penalties.
  • Some players said the Ravens mimicked the cadence to induce jumps, a claim Kevin O’Connell did not corroborate.
  • Analysts blasted O’Connell’s decisions, citing pass-heavy short-yardage calls and a fourth-quarter two-point attempt.