J.J. McCarthy: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Former Maryland WR Reunites with Big Ten Rival as NFL Journey Begins in Minnesota

The last time Tai Felton and J.J. McCarthy shared a football field, they were Big Ten rivals. Now, they share a locker room. Felton, a former Maryland standout and third-round pick in this year’s draft, is adjusting to life in the NFL with the Minnesota Vikings—and finding familiarity in an unlikely place.

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What Vikings' J.J. McCarthy is focusing on during first training camp as starter

McCarthy addressed his experiences and goals amid his first training camp.

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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / July 30

Brian Flores' defense is giving Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy troubles, and it's arguably the best thing for him

When training camp begins, it's pretty normal for the defense to be better than the offense right away. That's exactly what we are getting at Minnesota Vikings training camp, as the defense continues to dominate the offense.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Vikings' J.J. McCarthy Gets Honest About Chemistry With Justin Jefferson

J.J. McCarthy is gearing up for his first snap in the NFL with superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson as his primary weapon. After missing his entire rookie season with a knee injury, the 22-year-old is poised to combine with the four-time Pro Bowler to take the team to glory.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / July 30

Vikings' J.J. McCarthy on Max Brosmer’s whiskey song: 'He can sing'

Vikings quarterback Max Brosmer doesn't just have an exceptional throwing arm, one good enough to get him to the NFL. As revealed by Vikings starter J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / July 29

Preseason Plan for J.J. McCarthy Comes to Light

Football is in the air, as we have already reached the pads phase of this year’s training camp, and the players can start to hit each other. The next step will be the preseason, when they are allowed to hit opponents, which the Vikings will kick off on August 9 with a home game against the Houston Texans.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 29

Vikings’ Josh Metellus expects J.J. McCarthy to ‘surprise’ fans in first season

After the Minnesota Vikings chose him over incumbent starter Sam Darnold, J.J. McCarthy’s expectations are even higher in 2025 than they were a year ago.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 29

Four most important NFL players returning from injury at training camp

Across the NFL, training camp is well underway, meaning hope springs eternal for all 32 teams — at least for the summer while everyone is 0-0. These hopes are also fueled by the return of key players from season-ending injuries.

Cowboys blame Trevon Diggs for being behind on injury recovery

Cowboys' Dak Prescott responds to NFL personnel rankings snub

Giants' Malik Nabers opens up about lingering toe issue

Tua Tagovailoa makes promise to Dolphins after latest injury setbacks

Cardinals' Kyler Murray offers major health update ahead of 2025 season

Minnesota Vikings News / CBSSports.com / July 29

Vikings training camp takeaways: Defense swarms J.J. McCarthy as Justin Jefferson rests; Jordan Mason rising?

Rounding up some key observations from Minnesota

Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / July 29

Vikings Training Camp, Pads On: J.J. McCarthy’s Progress, Defensive Dominance, and UDFA Surprises

Minnesota Vikings training camp ignites with pads on: J.J. McCarthy shines subtly, Jonathan Greenard dominates, UDFAs and Dwight McGlothern emerge. Dive into on-site analysis on The Real Forno Show, your top Minnesota Vikings podcast from Vikings 1st & SKOL.

Minnesota Vikings News / CBSSports.com / July 29

Vikings captain Josh Metellus says J.J. McCarthy doesn't need to be Superman for Minnesota to contend in 2025

The newly paid safety opens up on the club's stingy defense and young quarterback

Minnesota Vikings News / EasySportz / July 29

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy In Store For Breakout Season?

EAGAN, Minn. — J.J. McCarthy, the Minnesota Vikings’ second-year quarterback, steps into the 2025 season with high expectations and a chance to cement his role as the franchise’s future.

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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / July 28

Vikings Training Camp Notes: J.J. McCarthy has solid day, while Jonathan Greenard and UDFAs steal the show

The Minnesota Vikings are firmly entrenched in training camp right now, and Monday’s practice was the first where they put on the pads. How will players like J.J.

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 28

Green Bay Packers: Jordan Love Reveals Winning NFC North Is Just Secondary Goal for 2025 NFL Season

The Green Bay Packers are in the early days of training camp, preparing for a 2025 NFL season that, they hope, will see them take a step forward as a team.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / July 28

J.J. McCarthy's consistency and battle in the trenches highlight Minnesota Vikings training camp storylines to watch

The Minnesota Vikings have completed a week of training camp and there are a lot of interesting things we can take from training camp thus far. Going into the start of training camp, we got news about Jordan Addison’s legal status, but are still waiting on whether or not he will get suspended by the National Football League.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / July 28

Vikings' Justin Jefferson Slammed For J.J. McCarthy Expectations

The Minnesota Vikings are entering the 2025 NFL season with a new face at the helm. They are turning to an inexperienced quarterback, who hasn’t played a single NFL snap owing to a knee injury in the 2024 preseason opener.

J.J. McCarthy News / Yardbarker / July 28

How McCarthy 'has checked critical boxes early on' in training camp

How Vikings' J.J. McCarthy 'has checked critical boxes early on' in training camp

Those running the Vikings took somewhat of a gamble when they decided to trust that McCarthy would be ready to win meaningful games in September after he spent his entire rookie season recovering from a meniscus repair.

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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / July 27

J.J. McCarthy's development is the focus of Vikings training camp with one aspect being the priority

The performance of J.J. McCarthy during Minnesota Vikings training camp is going to be the biggest focus, and it's not much of a surprise. McCarthy was the 10th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft and he only got to spend a few weeks practicing before tearing his meniscus in the first preseason game.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / July 27

Vikings Raise Concern on QB J.J. McCarthy as He Nears First NFL Season as Starter

The Minnesota Vikings knew they were getting a strong-armed quarterback when they drafted J.J. McCarthy last year, but the second-year signal-caller may be just a bit too strong so far.

Minnesota Vikings News / Gridiron Heroics / July 26

‘If McCarthy Disappoints…’: NFL Analysis Highlights Why Vikings QB JJ McCarthy Is Under Pressure in 2025

Minnesota Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy enters the 2025 NFL season with the weight of immense expectations on his shoulders. After missing his entire rookie season due to a torn meniscus, McCarthy is under pressure to justify his first-round selection and lead the Vikings to success.

Minnesota Vikings News / USC Trojans on SI / July 25

Will Minnesota Vikings Regret Choosing J.J. McCarthy Over Sam Darnold?

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold singed a three-year $100 million contract this offseason. The former USC Trojans star was coming off a career best 2024 season with the Minnesota Vikings, but Minnesota decided to hand over their offense to J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 25

FOX Sports analyst takes another shot at J.J. McCarthy

With hype building for J.J. McCarthy's first year as the starting QB in Minnesota, some believe that it won't look nearly as good as anticipated. Add FOX Sports analyst Colin Cowherd to that list of skeptics, as he's made it clear that he's not a believer in McCarthy.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / July 25