J.J. McCarthy secures spot on the Minnesota Vikings 53-man roster

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Last updated Aug 30, 2026

J.J. McCarthy secures spot on the Minnesota Vikings 53-man roster
Summary

The Minnesota Vikings have placed quarterback J.J. McCarthy on the team's initial 53-man roster. While Kyler Murray secured the starting quarterback position earlier this summer, McCarthy remains with the team heading into the season. Head coach Kevin O'Connell considered carrying four quarterbacks on the active roster throughout the preseason training camp. Carson Wentz and Max Brosmer, who both started games for the team last season, also remained with the squad through the summer. The team now prepares for its upcoming season opener against the Green Bay Packers. The final depth chart for the quarterback position will be established as the team nears that matchup.

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  • J.J. McCarthy is included on the Minnesota Vikings initial 53-man roster.
  • Kyler Murray is the team's starting quarterback for Week 1.
  • Carson Wentz and Max Brosmer were also part of the quarterback group this summer.
  • The Minnesota Vikings face the Green Bay Packers in their next game.
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  • 10:22 PMYahoo SportsYour Minnesota Vikings 53-Man Roster
  • 9:56 PMYahoo SportsReport: J.J. McCarthy is on the Vikings' 53-man roster
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J.J, McCarthy won't be starting at quarterback for the Vikings in Week 1, but it looks like he will be on the team's roster.

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