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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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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

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The 'NFL QB seven rushing-TD seasons' quiz

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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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 26

Vikings rumors: ESPN insider makes ironic Daniel Jones suggestion with J.J. McCarthy flailing

Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy is not expected to suit up against the Seahawks in Week 13 after entering concussion protocol following the loss in Green Bay, which likely hands the reins to Max Brosmer for his first NFL start.

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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.

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:

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 26

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

The greatest backup quarterbacks in NFL history

The 'Most 300-yard, 4 touchdown NFL games' quiz

Shemar Bartholomew News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 25

Vikings Release CB Shemar Bartholomew

The Minnesota Vikings announced they have released CB Shemar Bartholomew from the practice squad. Bartholomew, 25, signed with the Jets as an undrafted free agent out of Georgia Southern following the 2024 NFL Draft.

Minnesota Vikings News / The SportsRush / November 25

'Kevin O’Connell Is Scared to Death': Cris Carter Believes J.J. McCarthy’s Failures Are Making His HC Anxious

It was another week and another plumb awful showing from embattled Minnesota Vikings second-year QB J.J. McCarthy in a 23-6 Week 12 loss on Sunday. It might not even have been his worst outing yet, and that’s saying something.

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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 / 5 GOATs / November 25

Bruce Arians blasts J.J. McCarthy, readiness for NFL as struggles continue with Vikings

The Minnesota Vikings took a huge gamble this offseason by deciding to let quarterbacks Sam Darnold and Daniel Jones depart in free agency, opting in favor of their 2024 First Round Draft Pick J.J.

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.

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The 'Active 300-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

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.

Max Brosmer News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 24