Vikings could pull the plug on J.J. McCarthy historically fast
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Sun, 9 August 2026
1 report- thevikingage.com11:00first to report
The Minnesota Vikings could move from J.J. McCarthy to Kyler Murray after just 10 starts, quicker than nearly every top-15 quarterback split in 40 years.
Tue, 11 August 2026
5 reports- dailynorseman.com13:25
Murray leads, McCarthy struggles — Forness breaks down the Vikings QB race and training camp battles.
- Google News - Top Stories16:27
Vikings name Kyler Murray starting QB over J.J. McCarthy ESPN 3 NFL Teams That Could Trade For Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy Yahoo Sports Vikings Name Kyler Murray Starting Quarterback Minnesota Vikings Kyler Murray Named Vikings' QB1 Over J.J. McCarthy for NFL Week 1 vs. Packers Bleacher Report Frederick: QB1 was a possibly career-defining decision, and Kevin O’Connell made it with conviction Pioneer Press
- vikingsterritory.com17:05
The Vikings made the decision.
- Google News - Top Stories17:09
Vikings name Kyler Murray starting QB over J.J. McCarthy, per report CBS Sports Vikings name Kyler Murray starting QB, sources say ESPN The Subtle Ways Kyler Murray Is Winning Over Vikings, Plus Micah Parsons Said What? FOX Sports Kyler Murray, J.J. McCarthy have rough spots in Vikings’ night practice startribune.com Vikings to name Kyler Murray starting QB over J.J. McCarthy: Source The New York Times
- Google News - Top Stories19:52
What Kyler Murray as QB1 means for Vikings, J.J. McCarthy ESPN Vikings pick Murray as their starting QB over McCarthy, giving him the rest of camp to get ready LancasterOnline Top Landing Spots for J.J. McCarthy to Resurrect NFL Career After Vikings Name Kyler Murray Starter Bleacher Report Vikings Name Kyler Murray Starting Quarterback Minnesota Vikings Vikings name Kyler Murray starting QB over J.J. McCarthy The New York Times
Wed, 12 August 2026
5 reports- yardbarker.com01:00
The real work now begins for Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray.
- Google News - Top Stories01:07
Kyler Murray knows his running ability will make a difference when it’s time to play games NBC Sports Vikings name Kyler Murray starting QB over J.J. McCarthy ESPN QB Kyler Murray wins starting job with Minnesota Vikings Yahoo Sports Vikings Name Kyler Murray Starting Quarterback vikings.com Albert Breer Empties His Vikings Notebook From Training Camp Sports Illustrated
- Google News - Top Stories05:39
Vikings Name Kyler Murray Starting QB NFL Rumors - ProFootballRumors.com Vikings name Kyler Murray starting QB over J.J. McCarthy ESPN How Kyler Murray’s command and decisiveness won him Vikings QB job in 10 practices Star Tribune Top Landing Spots for J.J. McCarthy to Resurrect NFL Career After Vikings Name Kyler Murray Starter Bleacher Report Vikings quarterback battle meets expected end as Kyler Murray beats out JJ McCarthy for starting job Fox News
- Google News - Top Stories14:27
What’s next for J.J. McCarthy? NBC Sports Vikings name Kyler Murray starting QB over J.J. McCarthy ESPN Top Landing Spots for J.J. McCarthy to Resurrect NFL Career After Vikings Name Kyler Murray Starter Bleacher Report Vikings quarterback battle meets expected end as Kyler Murray beats out JJ McCarthy for starting job Fox News Why Vikings made right call in QB competition; key dates on 2026-27 NBA schedule CBS Sports
- Google News - Top Stories22:54
J.J. McCarthy wants to stay with Vikings after losing QB job espn.com Vikings Release 1st Unofficial Depth Chart of 2026 Season Minnesota Vikings Top Landing Spots for J.J. McCarthy to Resurrect NFL Career After Vikings Name Kyler Murray Starter Bleacher Report J.J. McCarthy ‘disappointed’ by Vikings QB decision; first depth chart released Star Tribune J.J. McCarthy believes he’s a starter in the NFL NBC Sports
Thu, 13 August 2026
1 report- Google News - Top Stories13:11
Vikings QB McCarthy: MIN 'is place I want to be' nfl.com J.J. McCarthy wants to stay with Vikings after losing QB job ESPN Where does J.J. McCarthy Go from Here? Yahoo Sports The Kyler Murray Project, Part I: Liberated Go Long | Tyler Dunne Steelers Named Among Top Landing Spots For Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy Yahoo Sports
Sat, 15 August 2026
1 report- krocnews.com20:05
Kyler Murray made his debut at QB for the Vikings is Minnesota defeated the Giants in the 2026 preseason opener Saturday afternoon.i
Thu, 20 August 2026
7 reports- yardbarker.com12:29
Murray is trying to resurrect his career with the Vikings.
- iheart.com18:19
Minnesota Vikings' JJ McCarthy is set to start in the preseason game against the Ravens, competing for the backup quarterback spot. Head coach Kevin O'Connell emphasizes competition among McCarthy, Carson Wentz, and Max Brosmer. The game is crucial for McCarthy's position behind starter Kyler ...
- iheart.com18:19
Minnesota Vikings' JJ McCarthy is set to start in the preseason game against the Ravens, competing for the backup quarterback spot. Head coach Kevin O'Connell emphasizes competition among McCarthy, Carson Wentz, and Max Brosmer. The game is crucial for McCarthy's position behind starter Kyler ...
- iheart.com18:19
Minnesota Vikings' JJ McCarthy is set to start in the preseason game against the Ravens, competing for the backup quarterback spot. Head coach Kevin O'Connell emphasizes competition among McCarthy, Carson Wentz, and Max Brosmer. The game is crucial for McCarthy's position behind starter Kyler ...
- iheart.com18:19
Minnesota Vikings' JJ McCarthy is set to start in the preseason game against the Ravens, competing for the backup quarterback spot. Head coach Kevin O'Connell emphasizes competition among McCarthy, Carson Wentz, and Max Brosmer. The game is crucial for McCarthy's position behind starter Kyler ...
- iheart.com18:19
Minnesota Vikings' JJ McCarthy is set to start in the preseason game against the Ravens, competing for the backup quarterback spot. Head coach Kevin O'Connell emphasizes competition among McCarthy, Carson Wentz, and Max Brosmer. The game is crucial for McCarthy's position behind starter Kyler ...
- iheart.com18:19
Minnesota Vikings' JJ McCarthy is set to start in the preseason game against the Ravens, competing for the backup quarterback spot. Head coach Kevin O'Connell emphasizes competition among McCarthy, Carson Wentz, and Max Brosmer. The game is crucial for McCarthy's position behind starter Kyler ...
Sun, 23 August 2026
2 reports- Google News - Top Stories15:45
J.J. McCarthy’s misses at QB stand out for Vikings in preseason loss NFL.com J.J. McCarthy plays 18 snaps, gets 'banged up' in Vikings' loss ESPN J.J. McCarthy flashes big-play ability, but familiar issues remain in Vikings’ preseason loss to Ravens Star Tribune J.J. McCarthy’s struggles, injury vs. Ravens spotlight Vikings’ backup QB question - The Athletic The New York Times McCarthy ‘banged up’ in preseason loss to Ravens NBC Sports
- Google News - Top Stories16:51
J.J. McCarthy Addresses Injury Concern After Big Hit amid Vikings Trade Buzz in NFL Preseason Bleacher Report J.J. McCarthy plays 18 snaps, gets 'banged up' in Vikings' loss ESPN J.J. McCarthy flashes big-play ability, but familiar issues remain in Vikings’ preseason loss to Ravens Star Tribune J.J. McCarthy’s struggles, injury vs. Ravens spotlight Vikings’ backup QB question - The Athletic The New York Times J.J. McCarthy Trade, Demotion to QB3 Behind Carson Wentz Floated by NFL Insider After...
Wed, 26 August 2026
3 reports- hitc.com09:00
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy's NFL future is in danger two years into his career after losing the QB1 spot and potentially being downgraded even further.
- vikingsterritory.com15:05
Even the NFL's official website has begun discussing a J.J. McCarthy trade.
- thevikingage.com21:12
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell revealed what the plan will be for the preseason finale with quarterbacks J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz.
Sun, 30 August 2026
1 report- Google News - Top Stories22:54
Vikings keep four quarterbacks on initial 53-man roster — including J.J. McCarthy Star Tribune Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy makes initial 53-man roster NFL.com Vikings Set Initial 53-Man Roster NFL Rumors - ProFootballRumors.com New J.J. McCarthy Rumors Reveal Whether QB Made Vikings Roster amid Trade Buzz After Demotion Bleacher Report Vikings Set Initial 53-Man Roster for 2026 Minnesota Vikings
Wed, 2 September 2026
8 reports- iheart.com18:41
Minnesota Vikings GM Nolan Teasley confirms JJ McCarthy will be on the Week One roster, despite losing the starting QB role to Kyler Murray.
- iheart.com18:41
Minnesota Vikings GM Nolan Teasley confirms JJ McCarthy will be on the Week One roster, despite losing the starting QB role to Kyler Murray.
- iheart.com18:41
Minnesota Vikings GM Nolan Teasley confirms JJ McCarthy will be on the Week One roster, despite losing the starting QB role to Kyler Murray.
- iheart.com18:41
Minnesota Vikings GM Nolan Teasley confirms JJ McCarthy will be on the Week One roster, despite losing the starting QB role to Kyler Murray.
- iheart.com18:41
Minnesota Vikings GM Nolan Teasley confirms JJ McCarthy will be on the Week One roster, despite losing the starting QB role to Kyler Murray.
- iheart.com18:41
Minnesota Vikings GM Nolan Teasley confirms JJ McCarthy will be on the Week One roster, despite losing the starting QB role to Kyler Murray.
- iheart.com18:41
Minnesota Vikings GM Nolan Teasley confirms JJ McCarthy will be on the Week One roster, despite losing the starting QB role to Kyler Murray.
- bleacherreport.com22:00
The Minnesota Vikings are expecting quarterback J.J. McCarthy to be on their Week 1 roster, general manager Nolan Teasley confirmed Wednesday.
Wed, 9 September 2026
2 reports- iheart.com19:01
Head coach Kevin O'Connell emphasized Wentz's experience, while McCarthy will continue to develop despite recent challenges.
- iheart.com19:01
Head coach Kevin O'Connell emphasized Wentz's experience, while McCarthy will continue to develop despite recent challenges.
Sun, 13 September 2026
1 report- Google News - Top Stories21:23
Kyler Murray ruled out with concussion NBC Sports QB Kyler Murray suffers concussion in Vikings debut ESPN Kyler Murray knocked out of Vikings debut after forearm to the helmet and blow to neck by two Packers Fox News Kyler Murray Injured on Illegal Hit by Packers, Latest Updates on Vikings QB Bleacher Report Live: Vikings QB Carson Wentz, in for injured Kyler Murray, attempting to lead comeback vs. Packers Star Tribune
Mon, 14 September 2026
1 report- Google News - Top Stories18:39
Kevin O’Connell: Kyler Murray feels “pretty good,” we’ll take it a day at a time NBC Sports Vikings' O'Connell doesn't fault Packers for hit on QB Murray ESPN Vikings’ Brian O’Neill: I wish I took a shot at Javon Bullard after his hit on Kyler Murray NBC Sports Kyler Murray's OT Wishes He 'Took a Shot At' Packers' Bullard for Hit That Injured Vikings QB Bleacher Report Vikings QB Kyler Murray suffers concussion in first quarter of win over Packers nfl.com