McCain has spent 9 seasons within the NFL throughout three groups. His first stint got here in Miami, which included time spent underneath then-head coach Brian Flores. The latter is now the Vikings’ defensive coordinator, and he could have a well-recognized face within the fold throughout coaching camp. McCain will use the approaching weeks making an attempt to carve out a spot on Minnesota’s protection (or at the least a particular groups function).
The 30-year-old spent a pair of seasons as a full-time starter in Washington. Throughout the 2021 and 2022 campaigns, McCain logged simply over 2,000 snaps whereas seeing appreciable time at security. He additionally noticed time at slot nook, nevertheless, and his path to a 53-man roster spot in Minnesota might be on the CB place.
McCain was launched by the Commanders final offseason (as he was on the finish of his Dolphins tenure), paving the way in which for a one-year Giants contract. The previous fifth-rounder was used closely on particular groups throughout his temporary New York tenure, however he noticed simply 19 defensive snaps. He was let go in December and remained unsigned till now. McCain will face loads of competitors for a security function alongside Harrison Smith, however he may earn a depth spot as a nook.
Rookie Khyree Jackson died in a automotive accident this offseason, and Mekhi Blackmon suffered an ACL tear final week. Head coach Kevin O’Connell not too long ago stated, via Ben Goessling of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, the Vikings would look into additional free agent choices. Minnesota already signed
Duke Shelley, and he’ll now be a part of McCain in competing for a roster spot.
The latter is a veteran of 131 video games and 87 begins, and his familiarity with Flores may permit him to safe enjoying time on his latest group. Minnesota entered Monday with simply over $19M in cap area, so an underwhelming exhibiting from McCain would nonetheless permit for additional depth strikes within the secondary to be made if essential.