J.J. McCarthy Doesn't Need to Be '130%' to Play for Vikings After Injury, HC Says

While the Minnesota Vikings are being cautious with J.J. McCarthy, head coach Kevin O'Connell isn't setting an unreasonable standard for when the quarterback can be activated again.
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Football Injury Doctor Destroys Minnesota Vikings Over Sketchy J.J. McCarthy Announcement

A football injury doctor ripped the Minnesota Vikings over their decision on starting quarterback J.J. McCarthy.

Analysis: J.J. McCarthy’s long-term future remains the Vikings’ guiding principle

Coach Kevin O'Connell has kept J.J. McCarthy's recovery from a high ankle sprain on a deliberate pace, despite the recent struggles of Carson Wentz.

Did the Vikings botch their QB situation? Reassessing Minnesota's now-bumpy bet on J.J. McCarthy, backup plans

We're nearing the midway point of the 2025 NFL season, and the Minnesota Vikings may soon be on their third starting quarterback of the year. Coach Kevin O'Connell confirmed as much this week, admitting undrafted rookie Max Brosmer is "an option" in the event Carson Wentz can't stay on the field as J.J. McCarthy's replacement.

J.J. McCarthy Out for Week 8 Against Los Angeles Chargers

An ankle injury will again keep J.J. McCarthy from returning to the Minnesota lineup on Thursday against the Los Angeles Chargers.

NFL QB hot seat: Is Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy back in? Is Dolphins’ Tua Tagovailoa out? 6 starters are at a crossroads.

Unlike some other QBs who find themselves on the hot seat, McCarthy is neither highly paid nor sitting in the middle of a total rebuild. Instead, he’s highly drafted and surrounded by a team that is currently one QB away from competing for a Super Bowl.
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