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The Minnesota Vikings have announced that Sam Darnold will start in their preseason opener against the Las Vegas Raiders. Darnold has been taking the majority of first-team reps during training camp after the departure of Kirk Cousins. Coach Kevin O'Connell is also looking forward to seeing rookie J.J. McCarthy and second-year quarterback Jaren Hall in action during the game.
- Sam Darnold is likely to be the Vikings' starting quarterback for the upcoming season.
- Rookie J.J. McCarthy will also get significant playing time in the preseason opener.
Sam Darnold | QB
Breakout
Pickup
- Darnold has taken nearly all first-team reps during training camp.
- He is the frontrunner to be the starting quarterback for the Vikings.
J.J. McCarthy | QB
Pickup
- Coach O'Connell is eager to see McCarthy apply what he has learned in practice.
- He will receive a significant amount of playing time following Darnold.
Jaren Hall | QB
- Hall is expected to finish the game after Darnold and McCarthy.
Justin Jefferson | WR
- Jefferson is not scheduled to play in the preseason opener.
Minnesota Vikings
- The Vikings are in a crucial phase of finalizing their quarterback situation.
- They will have joint practices with the Cleveland Browns next week.
Las Vegas Raiders
- The Raiders will be facing the Vikings in their preseason opener.