Vikings consider trade proposal for J.J. McCarthy and Shedeur Sanders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 10:07 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
The Minnesota Vikings are evaluating the future of quarterback J.J. McCarthy, who has fallen to backup after Kyler Murray's ascension. With Carson Wentz on the roster, uncertainty surrounds McCarthy's role, potentially dropping him to third-string. FanSided's Christopher Kline suggests a trade with the Cleveland Browns that would send McCarthy and a 2027 seventh-round pick to Cleveland in exchange for Shedeur Sanders and a 2027 fifth-round pick. This scenario could offer both young quarterbacks a fresh start, with Sanders potentially benefiting from a role in Minnesota's offense under head coach Kevin O’Connell. McCarthy’s performance in the remaining preseason games will influence his standing on the team.
- •J.J. McCarthy is currently the Vikings' QB2 behind Kyler Murray.
- •Trade proposal involves McCarthy and a draft pick for Shedeur Sanders.
- •McCarthy struggled last season with 1,632 passing yards and 12 interceptions.
- •Remaining preseason games will be crucial for McCarthy's role.
- •Shedeur Sanders could benefit from Minnesota's offensive scheme.
- 10:07 AMYahoo Sports — Vikings Get Intriguing Shedeur Sanders, J.J. McCarthy Trade Idea
"The future of Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy remains uncertain after losing the quarterback battle to Kyler Murray. McCarthy is the Vikings’ QB2, but with veteran QB Carson Wentz also on the roster, there’s a chance that the former Michigan Wolverines star could fall to QB3. Minnesota’s final two preseason games and training camp will […] The post Vikings Get Intriguing Shedeur Sanders, J.J. McCarthy Trade Idea appeared first on HEAVY.
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