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Vikings teammates believe J.J. McCarthy will bounce back from tough start

It would be an understatement to say J.J. McCarthy has had a slow six-game start to his NFL career. After another dud of a performance on Sunday in Green Bay, McCarthy's numbers through his first six games are historically poor.

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Seahawks to sign former Super Bowl-champion RB

The Seahawks are adding to their backfield by signing running back Cam Akers to their active roster.

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Kevin O'Connell News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 26

Vikings 'not in a place' to declare McCarthy's status ahead of Seattle showdown

Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell said that the team is "not in a place to declare anything yet" when it comes to J.J. McCarthy's status for Sunday's game in Seattle.

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The 'Three-TD, Three-INT NFL games' quiz

How many of the 46 quarterbacks in NFL history to throw both three touchdowns and three interceptions in multiple games in the Super Bowl Era can you name in six minutes?

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 26

Insider floats surprising QB reunion as 'ideal fit' for Vikings

The start to J.J. McCarthy's professional career has been nothing short of disastrous. Concerns about the young QB's ability to play the quarterback position at the NFL level have increased as the weeks have gone on.

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The most memorable NFL Thanksgiving game performances

The NFL on Thanksgiving has become one of the great American traditions, dating back to 1920. These are some of the most memorable moments and performances from the Turkey Day games.

Cam Akers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 26

Seahawks Signing RB Cam Akers

Jordan Schultz reports that the Seahawks are signing veteran RB Cam Akers to their active roster. Akers, 26, was a second-round pick of the Rams out of Florida State in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 26

Vikings Could Look To Bring In Veteran Competition For J.J. McCarthy In 2026

ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler says people around the league believe the Vikings will have to bring in a veteran to compete with QB J.J. McCarthy and take over if

J.J. McCarthy News / Field Level Media / November 26

Report: Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy (concussion) likely out vs. Seattle

Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy likely will not play Sunday when Minnesota visits the Seattle Seahawks, a week after reporting concussion-like symptoms, The Athletic reported Wednesday.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 26

Is Vikings' possible J.J. McCarthy replacement a current Colts QB?

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler suggested that the Vikings' starting quarterback for Week 1 in 2026 could be a member of the Indianapolis Colts.

J.J. McCarthy's injury puts Vikings in even worse position for Week 13

NFL Week 12 panic meter: Why Eagles, Ravens, NFC QB are hearing alarm bells

Vikings' Brian Flores sends warning to Seahawks' Sam Darnold ahead of Week 13 clash

Who are the best first-round draft picks for every NFL team?

The 'NFL QB seven rushing-TD seasons' quiz

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 26

Vikings Signing S Kahlef Hailassie To Practice Squad

The Minnesota Vikings announced that they’ve signed S Kahlef Hailassie to the practice squad on Wednesday. Here’s the Vikings’ updatd practice squad:

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Vikings DC sends warning to Seahawks' Darnold ahead of Week 13 clash

Vikings' Brian Flores sends warning to Seahawks' Sam Darnold ahead of Week 13 clash

Darnold will go up against one of his former teams when his 8-3 Seahawks host the 4-7 Vikings this coming Sunday.

How Seahawks' Sam Darnold motivates Jaxon Smith-Njigba amid career-best season for WR

J.J. McCarthy's injury puts Vikings in even worse position for Week 13

Jaxon Smith-Njigba reveals top goal after making Seahawks history in win over Titans

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Max Brosmer News / Total Apex Sports / November 25

Who Is Max Brosmer? Meet The Minnesota Vikings Backup QB

Who is Max Brosmer? With Minnesota Vikings starting quarterback J.J. McCarthy currently in the NFL’s concussion protocol, the team is now preparing to hand the keys to an unlikely leader for their Week 13 game against the Seattle Seahawks: undrafted rookie Max Brosmer.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / November 25

Dominant Minnesota Vikings defender takes next steps to making the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and it's obvious why he should be

The Minnesota Vikings just had one of their own in edge rusher Jared Allen enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, becoming the 22nd player and 27th overall individual to earn that honor.