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Blake Brandel still adapting to role as starting center
Kevin O'Connell said the Vikings must clean up the center-quarterback exchange after Blake Brandel's errant shotgun snaps caused timing issues and turnovers.
- Minnesota Vikings center Blake Brandel faces pressure to improve shotgun snap consistency during training camp. Inaccurate snaps have disrupted play timing for starting quarterback Kyler Murray, occasionally resulting in turnovers.
- Head coach Kevin O'Connell emphasized the need for better center-quarterback exchanges, noting that Brandel's aggressive movement in the new running scheme might affect his accuracy. "That's something we're going to continue to harp on," O'Connell said.
- During Wednesday's joint practice with the Baltimore Ravens at TCO Performance Center, the Vikings' offense struggled with timing and appeared a step behind the defense throughout both 7-on-7 and 11-on-11 drills.
- Despite earlier timing issues, Murray delivered a standout performance during situational drills, completing 3 of 3 pass attempts and throwing a roughly 35-yard touchdown to Justin Jefferson.
- Quarterback J.J. McCarthy struggled early but connected with receiver Myles Price for a touchdown during situational drills. The Vikings' defense pressured Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson throughout 11-on-11 drills using schemes from Levi Drake Rodriguez and others.
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