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Trent Knoop

Watch: J.J. McCarthy throws bomb to Jalen Nailor

There are a couple of positions to watch closely as training camp continues. The most obvious is the quarterback battle between Sam Darnold, J.J. McCarthy, and Nick Mullens. It appears Darnold and McCarthy is the current pecking order, but from reports, it sounds like McCarthy is seeing more reps as the days go by.

During Day 2 of practice, McCarthy was seen throwing a laser to receiver Jalen Nailor, and Nailor was able to go up and bring it down. Nailor is another interesting player to watch this summer. The wide receiver three is another battle — with Brandon Powell having the inside track — but if Nailor can regularly bring in these types of catches — watch out.

It’s apparent the Vikings’ media doesn’t want to expose their No. 10 pick too much. The McCarthy hype hasn’t been overboard due to the lack of access the Vikings have put out regarding him. But this was an exciting throw and catch from the rookie to his receiver.

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