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NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reporting the Minnesota Vikings expected to bring in veteran quarterback next season.
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Souhan: Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy ends the season on the sideline, with a lot to prove
J.J. McCarthy, still bothered by an injured right hand, bowed out of his last chance this season to impress his coaches and Vikings fans.
Amid a disappointing first season as the Minnesota Vikings No. 1 quarterback, J.J. McCarthy will not be guaranteed the starting job in 2026.
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Vikings’ McCarthy returns at QB for finale against resting Packers as Tune gets 2nd career start
The Minnesota Vikings have J.J. McCarthy back at quarterback for their final game after he missed last week with a hand injury.
Clayton Tune's first start for the Green Bay Packers was also his last. After what he showed on Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings, general manager Brian Gutekunst decided to waive him, promoting Desmond Ridder from the practice squad to the active 53-man roster.
The Vikings don’t yet know who their 2026 quarterback and defensive coordinator will be. J.J. McCarthy hasn’t finished a game since Dec. 14. While both sides have been diplomatic, defensive coordinator Brian Flores is without a contract.
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