J.J. McCarthy, Carson Wentz share second-team reps at Vikings practice

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Last updated Aug 25, 2026

J.J. McCarthy, Carson Wentz share second-team reps at Vikings practice
Summary

J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz split second-team quarterback reps during an 80-minute practice with the Vikings on August 25. McCarthy, who lost the starting job to Kyler Murray, has struggled with accuracy in recent exhibition games. Wentz, who had a productive backup role last season, is seen as a stronger candidate to step in. With Max Brosmer also on the roster, McCarthy's position heading into Sunday’s roster cuts is uncertain, as the team may consider waiving him or trading him due to his guaranteed contract.

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  • McCarthy split second-team reps with Wentz during practice on August 25.
  • McCarthy's performance in preseason games has raised concerns.
  • Wentz had a strong backup season in 2025 and could be a viable option.
  • The Vikings face roster cuts on Sunday, August 30.
  • McCarthy's contract makes trading or waiving him a possibility.
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  • 10:45 PMYahoo SportsJ.J. McCarthy, Carson Wentz split second-team reps on Tuesday
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If McCarthy slips to No. 3, he could be gone by Sunday's roster cuts.

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