Here are more takeaways from Day 7 of training camp: There were more ups and downs for McCarthy while going up against an some exotic looks courtesy of defensive coordinator Brian Flores.

The pads were on and the sun was blazing Monday as the Minnesota Vikings kicked off a new week of 2025 training camp. Fans flocked by the thousands into TCO Performance Center to catch a first look at the team in full gear and full speed.

McCarthy has impressed, Brian Flores' defense looks sharp and there are roster battles aplenty as the Vikings prepare to put pads on Monday.