J.J. Watt denies leaking Vikings depth chart on social media
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 2:52 PM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026

J.J. Watt clarified that a depth chart posted on his social media account does not reflect the official Minnesota Vikings roster. Speculation arose after a photo of his broadcast preparation showed the team lineup for the upcoming season opener against the Green Bay Packers. The document in the image included inaccurate information, such as listing Jermar Jefferson on the active roster and Carson Wentz as the primary backup quarterback. Watt explained the chart served as a placeholder created before the conclusion of the preseason. He confirmed the document will be updated before the September 13 game, which he is scheduled to call alongside Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson for CBS Sports. The Vikings have not provided an official announcement regarding the status of J.J. McCarthy.
- •J.J. Watt posted a photo of his game preparation notes on social media.
- •The displayed Vikings depth chart contained outdated player designations.
- •Watt confirmed the chart was a temporary placeholder for broadcast research.
- •The Vikings and Packers game is scheduled for September 13.
- •CBS Sports will feature J.J. Watt, Jim Nantz, and Tracy Wolfson for the broadcast.
- 2:52 PMYahoo Sports — J.J. Watt did NOT leak the Vikings' role for J.J. McCarthy
"Watt posted a Vikings depth chart on social media, leading to speculation that he knows what J.J. McCarthy's role will be.
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