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J.J. McCarthy’s comments at Minnesota Vikings OTAs raise a serious red flag about QB competition

J.J. McCarthy’s comments at Minnesota Vikings OTAs raise a serious red flag about QB competition

We finally got to hear from the Minnesota Vikings quarterback on Wednesday, and J.J. McCarthy’s comments are fascinating. The Minnesota Vikings are an interesting team to talk about going into the 2026 season.

J.J. McCarthy News / A to Z Sports / May 27
Vikings floated in trade that could spell end for J.J. McCarthy

Vikings floated in explosive trade that could spell the end for J.J. McCarthy

The biggest story with the Minnesota Vikings right now is at the quarterback position.

Maxx Crosby still floated as trade target for Ben Johnson and Bears
What Eagles reportedly will get from Patriots for A.J. Brown
Cowboys undrafted free-agent WR draws high praise: 'Physical wideout who holds his own'
Steelers coach addresses horrific incident with Joey Porter and burying the hatchet
The 'Multiple TD passes in an NFL debut' quiz
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / May 27
NFL insider continued proposal for Minnesota Vikings’ front office structure flies against the Wilfs’ own words

NFL insider continued proposal for Minnesota Vikings’ front office structure flies against the Wilfs’ own words

There is a popular trend starting to circulate with front office structures in the NFL, and the Vikings aren’t interested. The Minnesota Vikings are still working on hiring their next general manager, with five known finalists.

Jauan Jennings News / A to Z Sports / May 27
Contract details for Vikings WR Jauan Jennings have been revealed, and it says everything about Minnesota’s intentions

Contract details for Vikings WR Jauan Jennings have been revealed, and it says everything about Minnesota’s intentions

The contract details for Jauan Jennings have been revealed, and it says a lot about the Minnesota Vikings’ intentions. When the Minnesota Vikings signed Jauan Jennings as a free agent, it filled one of the biggest holes on the roster in WR3.

Matthew Stafford News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'NFL passing-TD champions' quiz

The 'NFL passing-TD champions' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to lead the league in passing touchdowns for each season since the AFL/NFL merger in 1970 can you name in seven minutes?

The 'NFL's 4,500-yard passers' quiz
The 'NFL MVPs' quiz
The 'NFL TD-catch leaders by season' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker
The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Kyler Murray News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 26
Watch Kyler Murray make his Vikings debut at OTAs

Watch Kyler Murray make his Vikings debut at OTAs

As the Minnesota Vikings go through their offseason, the biggest storyline surrounding the franchise will be their lingering quarterback battle. On Tuesday, fans got to see one of the two competitors make their Vikings debut.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / May 26
Vikings’ rookie finds himself on a list any UDFA would want to be on, and his contract highlights that

Vikings’ rookie finds himself on a list any UDFA would want to be on, and his contract highlights that

Over the last four seasons, the Minnesota Vikings have kept 15 UDFAs on the initial 53-man roster, and this year will likely include more. When former general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah was in control of the Minnesota Vikings’ roster, they prioritized the undrafted free agency process.

J.J. McCarthy News / A to Z Sports / May 26
J.J. McCarthy’s future with the Minesota Vikings is complicated, and one element could signal his downfall

J.J. McCarthy’s future with the Minesota Vikings is complicated, and one element could signal his downfall

The Minnesota Vikings thought they had their franchise quarterback in J.J. McCarthy, but it’s felt like anything but. The biggest storyline with the Minnesota Vikings this offseason has been with their future at quarterback.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / May 26
The Scenario Where the Vikings Are 100% Drafting a QB in 2027

The Scenario Where the Vikings Are 100% Drafting a QB in 2027

After signing former Cardinals QB Kyler Murray this offseason, the Vikings have their quarterback situation figured out, potentially for the long-term.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / May 26
‘Has the potential to go off’ — NFL betting expert has strong words for the Minnesota Vikings when facing their biggest rival

‘Has the potential to go off’ — NFL betting expert has strong words for the Minnesota Vikings when facing their biggest rival

The Minnesota Vikings are hosting their biggest rival in Week 1, and they should be viewed much more highly than they are. The Minnesota Vikings didn’t have the strongest season in 2025, mainly due to the weak quarterback play.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / May 26
3 Intriguing Position Battles to Follow During 2026 Vikings OTAs

3 Intriguing Position Battles to Follow During 2026 Vikings OTAs

The Vikings will hold their first official OTA (Organized Team Activity) practice session on Tuesday at TCO Performance Center, with others to follow on Wednesday and Friday of this week.

NFL News / Yardbarker
The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft
Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs
Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft
2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 26
ESPN draft expert names Cardinals, Vikings as teams to watch for QB in 2027

ESPN draft expert names Cardinals, Vikings as teams to watch for QB in 2027

As the 2026 NFL Draft approaches, ESPN analyst Bill Barnwell proposed a bold trade scenario that would send Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy to the Los Angeles Rams as a successor to Matthew Stafford.

Kyler Murray News / A to Z Sports / May 26
Minnesota Vikings have a crucial advantage over the rest of the NFL that Kyler Murray is primed to take advantage of

Minnesota Vikings have a crucial advantage over the rest of the NFL that Kyler Murray is primed to take advantage of

It’s hard to know what will be impactful year over year, but there is a potential advantage for the Minnesota Vikings. The Minnesota Vikings need to have a bounce-back season in 2026 for a multitude of reasons, but most importantly, to save Kevin O’Connell from being on the hot seat.

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The 'Active playoff double-doubles' quiz
 The 'Active playoff double-doubles' quiz
The '3 3-pointer, 3-block Playoff games' quiz
 The '3 3-pointer, 3-block Playoff games' quiz
The 'Most 30-point playoff games by team' quiz
 The 'Most 30-point playoff games by team' quiz
The 'NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 winners' quiz
 The 'NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 winners' quiz
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / May 25

Vikings Coach Offers Non-Answer on Kyler Murray vs. J.J. McCarthy Debate

Frank Smith, in his first season as the assistant head coach under Kevin O'Connell with the Vikings, was in top form with coach speak as he dodged a question about a potential quarterback competition between Kyler Murray and J.J.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / May 24
Ranking the Vikings' 2026 Opponents from Easiest to Hardest

Ranking the Vikings' 2026 Opponents from Easiest to Hardest

The Vikings' schedule has been out for a little over a week and we've had time to really evaluate the team's schedule by now. Let's rank the Vikings' opponents from easiest to hardest.

J.J. McCarthy News / HITC / May 23
Bold move by Minnesota: J.J. McCarthy will have to fight for what other first-round QBs get

Bold move by Minnesota: J.J. McCarthy will have to fight for what other first-round QBs get

J.J. McCarthy isn’t being handed the Minnesota Vikings’ starting quarterback job. Instead, he’ll have to win it over Kyler Murray, with head coach Kevin O’Connell opting for a true competition to raise the level of the whole group.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / May 23
Minnesota Vikings’ quiet offseason did everything to maximize the one thing Kevin O’Connell needs to get right

Minnesota Vikings’ quiet offseason did everything to maximize the one thing Kevin O’Connell needs to get right

Sometimes, it’s not just about making big splashes, and the Minnesota Vikings used that as their big focus this year. One of the biggest frustrations with the Minnesota Vikings was the lack of big moves.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 22
Cardinals, Jacoby Brissett are still 'far apart' in contract talks

Cardinals, Jacoby Brissett are still reportedly 'significantly far apart' in contract talks

The Arizona Cardinals are reportedly not making much progress with starting quarterback Jacoby Brissett when it comes to reworking his contract for the 2026 season.

Josh Sweat has a no-brainer trade destination
Analyst lists three possible landing spots for Deebo Samuel
Vikings reportedly want J.J. McCarthy to make these improvements amid competition with Kyler Murray
Five important NFL OTA storylines to monitor
The 'Active NFL passing leaders' quiz
J.J. McCarthy News / A to Z Sports / May 22
Biggest criticism of J.J. McCarthy off the field could doom his future with the Vikings, and it was evident on the field

Biggest criticism of J.J. McCarthy off the field could doom his future with the Vikings, and it was evident on the field

There are a lot of questions surrounding the future of Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy, and the biggest one could doom his future. The biggest story this offseason with the Minnesota Vikings focuses on their quarterback competition.

Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / May 22
Vikings Could Target $156 Million Star in Surprise Move

Vikings Could Target $156 Million Star in Surprise Move

The Minnesota Vikings made a notable roster adjustment during the 2026 NFL Draft by trading away edge defender Jonathan Greenard. This decision has opened up a significant gap in their pass rush group, forcing the team to reevaluate how they will build their defensive front moving forward.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 22
Sam Darnold addresses Vikings' controversial decision, makes bold J.J. McCarthy claim

Sam Darnold addresses Vikings' controversial decision, makes bold J.J. McCarthy claim

Members of the Seattle Seahawks will forever be grateful that the Minnesota Vikings let quarterback Sam Darnold leave the club via free agency.

Vikings reportedly want J.J. McCarthy to make these improvements amid competition with Kyler Murray
Analyst lists three possible landing spots for Deebo Samuel
This is 30: Why stakes are higher for Josh Allen entering age-30 season than you might think
The 'Super Bowl winning QBs' quiz
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / May 22
Vikings reportedly want J.J. McCarthy to make these improvements

Vikings reportedly want J.J. McCarthy to make these improvements amid competition with Kyler Murray

The perception exists that free-agency signing Kyler Murray is the overwhelming favorite to emerge as the Minnesota Vikings' starting quarterback over 2024 first-round draft pick J.J.

The 'Multiple TD passes in an NFL debut' quiz
Five lingering NFL questions: Chiefs in the WR market? Saints vets on the move? And more
Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 20
Minnesota Vikings 2026 Undrafted Free Agent Guarantees

Minnesota Vikings 2026 Undrafted Free Agent Guarantees

Undrafted free agents sign standard three-year contracts that are worth whatever the minimum salary is in those years. In 2026, the standard UDFA deal is worth $3.1 million.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 20
Vikings rumors: 5 candidates emerge as frontrunners for GM position

Vikings rumors: 5 candidates emerge as frontrunners for GM position

The Minnesota Vikings fired general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah on Jan. 30. The team has gone through the bulk of the offseason, including the 2026 NFL Draft and the start of free agency, without a permanent general manager to build out the roster.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 20
Vikings Request In-Person Interviews With Five GM Candidates

Vikings Request In-Person Interviews With Five GM Candidates

According to Jonathan Jones, the Vikings have requested in-person interviews with five candidates for their GM vacancy.  That list includes:  Vikings interim

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 19
Minnesota Officially Selected To Host 2028 NFL Draft

Minnesota Officially Selected To Host 2028 NFL Draft

The Minnesota Vikings announced that Minnesota will officially host the 2028 NFL Draft in partnership with Minnesota Sports and Events and the Minnesota Vikings.

Justin Jefferson News / Larry Brown Sports / May 16
Justin Jefferson has a clear hope for Vikings’ QB battle

Justin Jefferson has a clear hope for Vikings’ QB battle

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson really hopes the team’s quarterback battle this year is the last they will have for a while. Jefferson appeared on NFL Network’s “Good Morning Football” on Friday and was asked what he was hoping to see from the Vikings’ quarterback battle this season.

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