Vikings Win Despite McCarthy Injury; Giants Extend Losing Streak
- - The Minnesota Vikings defeated the New York Giants 16-13 on Sunday, December 24, 2023, marking their third consecutive victory.
- McCarthy sustained a right hand injury during a strip sack by Giants defensive end Brian Burns late in the second quarter.
- Backup quarterback Max Brosmer took over for mccarthy and managed the game effectively.
Vikings Secure Third Straight Win against Struggling giants
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East Rutherford, N.J. - The Minnesota Vikings defeated the New York Giants 16-13 on Sunday, December 24, 2023, marking their third consecutive victory. Both teams had already been eliminated from playoff contention prior to the game.
McCarthy Exits with Injury
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy sustained a right hand injury during a strip sack by Giants defensive end Brian Burns late in the second quarter. The fumble was recovered by Tyler Nubin adn returned 27 yards for a touchdown, shifting momentum in the game. McCarthy had completed nine of 14 passes for 108 yards before the injury, and narrowly avoided an interception when an offsides penalty against Abdul Carter negated a potential pick-six.
Brosmer Steps In, leads Vikings to Victory
Backup quarterback Max Brosmer took over for mccarthy and managed the game effectively. He completed seven of nine passes for 52 yards, leading a crucial fourth-quarter drive that culminated in a 30-yard field goal by Will Reichard. This was Brosmer’s fourth NFL appearance and his first since November 30, 2023, when he threw four interceptions in a 26-0 loss to the Seattle Seahawks.
Giants Continue Losing Streak
The Giants suffered their ninth consecutive defeat, and their fifth loss since Brian Daboll’s firing on November 10, 2023, and the appointment of Mike Kafka as interim coach. The team has not secured a win since October 9, 2023, and currently holds a record of 2-13.