Rumors

Rumors

Sep 14, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) takes the field before the game against Atlanta Falcons at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
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All in all, trading McCarthy doesn't make sense this offseason, and that works out great for the Vikings because there could be a lot more teams searching for a new quarterback next offseason. As it stands now, as many as nine teams might have interest.

Joe Nelson
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Jan 4, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) warms up prior to the game against the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images
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The widespread belief in the days since Minnesota signed former No. 1 overall pick Kyler Murray to a one-year deal has been that the former Cardinals quarterback is coming in to take over as the starter for the Vikings. Not so fast, says Adam Schefter.

Jonathan Harrison
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