Minnesota Vikings defeat New York Giants in preseason opener

The Minnesota Vikings secured a 13-10 preseason victory over the New York Giants. While the scoreline was narrow, the game provided several significant updates regarding player health and performance.

Head coach Kevin O’Connell clarified the diagnosis for Jamal Adams, who was initially reported to have a serious knee injury after being carted off the field. Adams actually suffered a right quadricep tendon tear, marking the second time in four years he has dealt with such an injury.

In terms of player performance, quarterback J. J. McCarthy struggled to read the field during his preseason debut. Conversely, wide receiver Myles Price showed significant potential, demonstrating both speed and receiving ability with notable catches from quarterback Carson Wentz.