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Vikings coach installs full offense for quarterback competition
Minnesota team officials kept the full playbook in place during spring workouts involving two quarterbacks. A reporter said the approach was intended to test one player rather than simplify the scheme.
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A report on Minnesota team workouts stated that neither quarterback performed drastically better than the other during spring sessions open to media members. The account noted that the coaching staff kept the full set of concepts and play calls in place rather than reducing complexity.
Spring practice details The same report said the quarterback appeared uncomfortable at times while working through lengthy verbiage and route distributions. Officials believed the challenge would serve the player best over a longer period. The quarterback expressed frustration about learning a new offense while sharing practice repetitions.
Multiple teammates voiced support for the player during the period.
Outlook for training camp The report added that the competition will continue into training camp. It stated that the player remains positioned to prove readiness for the starting role barring major setbacks in health or scheme understanding. Both quarterbacks are scheduled to take snaps during the preseason opener at the New York Giants on Aug.
8. It remains unclear whether the head coach will name a Week 1 starter shortly after that game.
