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Adam Schefter faces backlash over coverage of J.J. McCarthy's backup role

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 7:41 PM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Adam Schefter faces backlash over coverage of J.J. McCarthy's backup role

Summary

Adam Schefter reported that J.J. McCarthy will be the backup quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings, who recently announced Kyler Murray as the starter. McCarthy, the Vikings' former first-round pick, missed his entire rookie season due to injury and started just ten games last year, winning six of them. Schefter’s remarks about McCarthy's situation drew criticism from fans and pundits, who accused him of bias and lack of integrity. The discourse on social media highlights the ongoing debate regarding coverage of player careers in relation to personal affiliations.

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By the Numbers

•Adam Schefter reported J.J. McCarthy as Vikings' backup quarterback.
•Kyler Murray has been named the starting quarterback.
•McCarthy's last season included ten starts with six wins.
•Critics accuse Schefter of bias towards McCarthy's collegiate background.
•Debate continues over media narratives affecting player careers.

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7:41 PMYahoo Sports — ‘No one has less intergrity than him’: Criticism mounts for Adam Schefter after coverage of J.J. McCarthy

What they're saying

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The Vikings entered training camp with two quarterbacks gunning for the starting job in former franchise first-round pick J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray, who signed with the franchise in free agency after beginning his career with the Arizona Cardinals. On Tuesday, the franchise announced that before even a single preseason game has been played, Murray…
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