The play of McCarthy was reviewed in recently published quarterback grades from Bleacher Report's Brent Sobleski. The second-year player out of Michigan earned an impressive B+ compared to what he had earned in recent weeks.

The Vikings were predicted to select No. 1 running back prospect Jeremiyah Love in the NFL draft to help J.J. McCarthy.

While the game was still competitive, the most notable thing that stands out is the Vikings' use of heavy personnel. Oliver and Hockenson combined for all three of McCarthy's touchdowns, but Sims also played nearly 20 snaps and had an early catch. And the 26 snaps for Ham were the most he's played in a game since 2021.