J.J. McCarthy's status uncertain as Vikings face quarterback competition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 2:05 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
J.J. McCarthy's position with the Minnesota Vikings is in question as the team prepares for the 2026 NFL season. Reports suggest that McCarthy may serve as a backup to Kyler Murray, who has joined the team after being released by the Arizona Cardinals. Connor Orr of Sports Illustrated forecasts that Carson Wentz, also on the Vikings' roster, could make more starts than McCarthy this season, particularly in critical late-season games. This prediction raises concerns about McCarthy's long-term prospects with the team amid the existing quarterback competition.
- •J.J. McCarthy isn't currently favored to lead the Vikings.
- •Kyler Murray is expected to be the starting quarterback.
- •Carson Wentz may get significant playing time this season.
- •McCarthy's future with the Vikings is uncertain.
- •Wentz stepped in after a season-ending injury last year.
- 2:05 PMYahoo Sports — Vikings' J.J. McCarthy gets brutal Carson Wentz prognosis from NFL insider
"Could this really go this badly for McCarthy?
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