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Vikings face decision on J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz as preseason cuts loom

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 5:48 AM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Vikings face decision on J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz as preseason cuts loom

Summary

The Minnesota Vikings prepare to finalize their roster ahead of Week 1, amid a quarterback competition between J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz. Head coach Kevin O’Connell named Kyler Murray the starter early in camp, leaving McCarthy and Wentz battling for the backup spot. McCarthy, the 10th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, had an inconsistent preseason. His future with the team remains uncertain, as O'Connell must choose whether to keep both quarterbacks or trade McCarthy. The Vikings aim to improve their offensive performance before facing the Green Bay Packers in their season opener.

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Status Watch

•Kyler Murray named starting quarterback for the Vikings.
•J.J. McCarthy's performance raises questions about his backup status.
•Vikings need a consistent offensive line for success this season.
•Carson Wentz competes with McCarthy for the backup role.
•Vikings have until Week 1 to finalize their roster.

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5:48 AMYahoo Sports — 2 surprise Vikings 2026 preseason roster cuts to watch out for before Week 1

What they're saying

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The Minnesota Vikings went into training camp with one of the most important questions heading into the 2026 season. Unlike most teams, the Vikings and head coach Kevin O’Connell had to figure out who their starting quarterback would be for the upcoming season. The Vikings had a first-round draft pick in J.J. McCarthy heading into his third season […] The post 2 surprise Vikings 2026 preseason roster cuts to watch out for before Week 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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