The Vikings’ defense will have to work extra hard in 2024, as the team’s offense is expected to have a less-than-ideal season. Rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy is out for the season, and now the team will have to rely on Sam Darnold full-time.
Everyone on defense will have to step up, including some undrafted free agents the team signed following the 2024 NFL Draft.
One of them has already started stepping up: Dwight McGlothern, a cornerback out of Arkansas. He made the play of the day against the Cleveland Browns in their joint practice. McGlothern picked off Jameis Winston during their team drills and was able to return it all the way for a touchdown.
Brian Flores has a way of coaching up physically talented cornerbacks and getting the most out of them. McGlothern has the size and speed to potentially turn into a steal for the Vikings with a strong 2024 season.
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— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) August 15, 2024
