Dave Portnoy criticizes Vikings for handling of J.J. McCarthy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 3:16 AM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
Dave Portnoy, founder of Barstool Sports, expressed his disappointment with the Minnesota Vikings regarding their treatment of J.J. McCarthy, who played his first game for the New York Giants in Week 6 against the New Orleans Saints. In that game, McCarthy completed 11 of 21 passes for 243 yards and one touchdown, showing potential despite not achieving a high completion percentage. Portnoy argued that McCarthy did not receive a fair opportunity in Minnesota, where injuries limited his playing time to just 10 games. As he continues his career with the Giants, questions persist about McCarthy's future role and performance, particularly with competition from Jaxson Dart for the starting position next season.
- •J.J. McCarthy made his first appearance for the Giants in Week 6.
- •He completed 11 of 21 passes for 243 yards and a touchdown.
- •Portnoy criticized the Vikings for not giving McCarthy enough chances.
- •McCarthy played only 10 games with the Vikings due to injuries.
- •Questions remain about his future role with the Giants next season.
- 3:16 AMYahoo Sports — Dave Portnoy calls out Vikings over handling of J.J. McCarthy
"Could Minnesota have worked things out with McCarthy?
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