J.J. McCarthy Doesn't Need to Be '130%' to Play for Vikings After Injury, HC Says

While the Minnesota Vikings are being cautious with J.J. McCarthy, head coach Kevin O'Connell isn't setting an unreasonable standard for when the quarterback can be activated again.

Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell Gets Honest About J.J. McCarthy Situation

The Vikings are still not going to have J.J. McCarthy as their starting quarterback in Los Angeles on Thursday night, but coach Kevin O'Connell opened up about how the second-year player is progressing.

J.J. McCarthy Out for Week 8 Against Los Angeles Chargers

An ankle injury will again keep J.J. McCarthy from returning to the Minnesota lineup on Thursday against the Los Angeles Chargers.
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Football Injury Doctor Destroys Minnesota Vikings Over Sketchy J.J. McCarthy Announcement

A football injury doctor ripped the Minnesota Vikings over their decision on starting quarterback J.J. McCarthy.

Did the Vikings botch their QB situation? Reassessing Minnesota's now-bumpy bet on J.J. McCarthy, backup plans

We're nearing the midway point of the 2025 NFL season, and the Minnesota Vikings may soon be on their third starting quarterback of the year. Coach Kevin O'Connell confirmed as much this week, admitting undrafted rookie Max Brosmer is "an option" in the event Carson Wentz can't stay on the field as J.J. McCarthy's replacement.

Carson Wentz to Start for Vikings Again on 'TNF' As J.J. McCarthy Remains Sidelined

The Vikings have been without quarterback J.J. McCarthy ever since he suffered an ankle injury in Week 2. With McCarthy sidelined, Carson Wentz has taken over as Minnesota's starting quarterback.

Analysis: J.J. McCarthy’s long-term future remains the Vikings’ guiding principle

Carson Wentz is coming off his worst game of the season, having thrown two interceptions and misfired on numerous passes while playing with a harness on his left shoulder. Max Brosmer has thrown just four passes in an NFL game.
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