Studs and duds from the Vikings preseason finale against the Broncos
There was plenty of blame to go around in the Vikings lopsided loss to the Broncos on Friday.
The Minnesota Vikings concluded their preseason with a 34-6 defeat against the Denver Broncos. The defensive playcalling was the standout performance of the game, allowing only one completion in three targets from Charles Demmings, who earned a 67.8 PFF grade on 30 snaps. However, the Vikings' offense struggled once again, failing to score a touchdown for the second consecutive week.
Quarterback Carson Wentz and Max Brosmer shared the starting duties, with Brosmer completing 20 of 35 passes for 165 yards. Quarterback J.J. McCarthy missed the game due to a mild ankle sprain, raising concerns about his long-term health in Minnesota. Rookie Demond Claiborne saw limited run time, recording just 21 yards on eight carries.
Guard Joe Huber started at center, earning a 78.3 PFF grade, while Dontae Fleming had a standout performance with four catches for 55 yards.
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