Analyst suggests J.J. McCarthy needs fresh start with Vikings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 7:07 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Analyst Kristopher Knox writes that J.J. McCarthy should consider a fresh start ahead of the 2026 season. McCarthy, the Vikings' 2024 first-round pick, missed his rookie season due to knee surgery and struggled last season. The Vikings have added Kyler Murray, increasing competition for the starting quarterback role. If McCarthy fails to secure the position, he may need to find another team with a less clear depth chart, with the New York Jets and Pittsburgh Steelers cited as potential fits.
- •J.J. McCarthy missed his entire rookie season due to injury.
- •Kyler Murray has joined the Vikings, complicating McCarthy's bid for a starting spot.
- •Analyst suggests McCarthy may need to seek opportunities with other teams if he cannot secure the position.
- 7:07 PMYahoo Sports — Vikings' J.J. McCarthy labeled as needing a fresh start before 2026
"J.J. McCarthy could use a a fresh start according to one analyst.
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