J.J. McCarthy's future with Vikings uncertain on cutdown day
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 2:39 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
J.J. McCarthy's status with the Minnesota Vikings remains unclear as the team prepares for its 53-man roster cut by 5 p.m. today. Drafted 10th overall in 2024, McCarthy has experienced a tumultuous journey, including injury setbacks and struggles in competition. Reports indicate McCarthy is now competing for the QB3 position behind Kyler Murray and Carson Wentz. Additionally, the Miami Dolphins are reportedly evaluating McCarthy after trading away quarterback Quinn Ewers, indicating interest in acquiring him. Discussions around his future are expected to intensify as the roster deadline approaches.
- •McCarthy drafted 10th overall in 2024, faced multiple injuries.
- •Currently competing for QB3 behind Murray and Wentz.
- •Miami Dolphins may pursue McCarthy after trading Ewers.
- •Final 53-man roster due by 5 p.m. today.
- •Beat reporter does not expect McCarthy to make the team.
- 2:39 PMYahoo Sports — Live updates: Tracking J.J. McCarthy rumors on Vikings cutdown day
"McCarthy's future with Minnesota is murky after presumably falling to QB3 behind Kyler Murray and Carson Wentz.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NFL•Aug 30, 2026, 4:01 PMJaguars release former record-setting 49ers starting QB
NFL•Aug 30, 2026, 3:57 PMFormer Eagles sixth-round pick becomes Dolphins backup QB
NFL•Aug 30, 2026, 3:53 PMJaguars to release Nick Mullens after Quinn Ewers trade
NFL•Aug 30, 2026, 3:50 PMDolphins will waive Mark Gronowski, add Kyle McCord
NFL•Aug 30, 2026, 3:49 PMPackers trade quarterback Kyle McCord to Miami Dolphins
NFL•Aug 30, 2026, 3:48 PMFormer Eagles roster cuts and practice squad tracker