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Vikings Slide to 4-6 as J.J. McCarthy’s Inaccuracy Costs 19-17 Loss to Bears

The second-year passer faces intensified scrutiny after two interceptions, with attention turning to footwork and on-field mechanics.

Overview

  • Analysts cast the 19-17 defeat as a near-fatal blow to Minnesota’s playoff hopes after the team fell to 4-6.
  • McCarthy finished 16-of-32 for 150 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions, picked by Kevin Byard and Nanshon Wright.
  • He said his footwork contributed to the inaccuracy and he accepted responsibility for the turnovers in a tense postgame session.
  • Season to date, he has completed 52.9% of his passes for 842 yards with six touchdowns and eight interceptions across five starts.
  • Vikings legend Cris Carter scolded praise of a late touchdown, posting, “Did you watch the first 59 mins? 👎🏾”, while Justin Jefferson pledged extra work to strengthen their connection.