As rookie quarterback Max Brosmer prepares to potentially make the first start of his career, it’s hard not to think about how comfortable he looked for the Vikings in the exhibition finale against the Tennessee Titans.
Though some might try to downplay Brosmer’s success in that game because it came at the tail end of the exhibition slate, it’s important to remember that the Vikings were playing exclusively backups while the Titans were playing most of their starters.
That performance from Brosmer helped solidify his roster spot as he completed 15 of 23 pass attempts for 161 yards and a touchdown. It also might be the biggest reason some believe he could thrive if called into action when the Vikings play the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday afternoon at Lumen Field.
Maybe the best breakdown of Brosmer’s skill set to date came over the summer when former NFL quarterback J.T. O’Sullivan provided a 35-minute film analysis of the game between the Vikings and the Titans.
In a video posted on his popular YouTube channel, The QB School, O’Sullivan showcased Brosmer’s ability to process, which has been talked about at length since he signed with the Vikings as an undrafted free agent.
“My guy plays with some anticipation,” O’Sullivan said. “This is excellent quarterbacking.”
A perfect example of that anticipation came on the first drive of the game as Brosmer found Lucky Jackson for a 10-yard completion. As he rewound the tape a few times, O’Sullivan lauded how Brosmer released he ball before Jackson was out of his break despite immediately having somebody in his face.
“This is not a lifetime connection between these dudes,” O’Sullivan said. “They probably barely know each other.”
After giving some constructive criticism on a play where Brosmer opted to check down rather than allowing a route concept to develop down field, O’Sullivan arrived to arguably the best throw of the game.
You can’t throw a hole shot much better than Brosmer did when he connected with Dontae Fleming up the left sideline for a 36-yard completion. He exemplified incredible arm talent as he ball traveled through the air with impeccable touch.
“This is how to make a team!” O’Sullivan exclaimed “Welcome to the NFL, Max Brosmer!”
As he continued to buzz through the tape, O’Sullivan reached the touchdown pass that Brosmer threw to tight end Bryson Nesbit. It was an accurate ball from Brosmer that hit Nesbit on time and allowed him to keep running without breaking stride.
There was notably no hesitation from Brosmer at the top of his drop. He goes through his progression, locks in on his intended target and lets it rip with confidence.
“This is a great job,” O’Sullivan said. “He shows elite decisiveness.”
After showing a few more highlights from Brosmer, including his subtle pocket movement under pressure, O’Sullivan commended the maturity with which he plays the position.
“We’ve seen so many examples of him being able to be decisive,” O’Sullivan said. “The ball comes out quickly. He hits the back foot and he knows where it’s going. He’s not holding on to the ball.”
The stat line from Brosmer could’ve looked even better had Fleming been able to haul in a beautifully placed ball deep down the field. It was an absolute dime by Brosmer that should’ve been caught by Fleming.
“This is in the bucket,” O’Sullivan said. “You’ve got to catch that ball.”
It’s clear by the end of the 35-minute film analysis how impressed O’Sullivan is by Brosmer. It’s safe to assume head coach Kevin O’Connell, offensive coordinator Wes Phillips and quarterbacks coach Josh McCown, among others, feeling the exact same way about him.
“There’s a lot to learn,” O’Sullivan said. “There’s also a lot to really like.”
The next opportunity for Brosmer to show improvement could come sooner rather than later.
Max Brosmer #12 of the Minnesota Vikings passes the ball during the fourth quarter of the NFL Preseason 2025 game against the New England Patriots at U.S. Bank Stadium on Aug. 16, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)
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