J.J. McCarthy could be trade target if Kyler Murray wins Vikings job
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 9:50 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
The Minnesota Vikings have signed Kyler Murray to compete for the starting quarterback position against J.J. McCarthy, who remains under contract through 2027. Sources indicate Murray is favored to take the starting role. If Murray secures the job, McCarthy may seek a trade. Potential landing spots include the Cleveland Browns, New York Jets, Pittsburgh Steelers, Baltimore Ravens, and Los Angeles Chargers, all of whom have varying quarterback situations that could benefit from acquiring McCarthy.
- •Kyler Murray signed with the Vikings to compete for starting QB
- •J.J. McCarthy may request a trade if he is not the starter
- •Cleveland Browns, Jets, Steelers, Ravens, and Chargers could be interested
- •McCarthy has shown growth this offseason according to reports
- •Both quarterbacks set for competition ahead of the upcoming season
- 9:50 PMYahoo Sports — 5 J.J. McCarthy Trade Landing Spots Once Kyler Murray Wins Vikings Starting Job
"After a tumultuous season, the Minnesota Vikings knew they had to upgrade the quarterback room. They did so in a […]
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