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Vikings Get Insider Update on J.J. McCarthy Trade Outlook

With starting QBs getting hurt in Week 2 and others playing subpar, there’s been trade speculation regarding Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy. The Washington Commanders have lost Jayden Daniels, while the New York Giants have lost Jaxson Dart to injury.…

Published: Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 7:12 AM
Vikings Get Insider Update on J.J. McCarthy Trade Outlook
Key Things to Know
  • Tom Pelissero reported that the Minnesota Vikings likely have a price at which they would trade J.J. McCarthy.
  • McCarthy sits at third string behind starter Kyler Murray and backup Carson Wentz on Minnesota's depth chart.
  • Quarterback injuries elsewhere, including New York Giants rookie Jaxson Dart suffering a season-ending knee injury, prompted external trade speculation.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy has emerged as a subject of trade speculation following early-season quarterback injuries and poor performances across the NFL. NFL insider Tom Pelissero reported on September 23 that while head coach Kevin O'Connell values quarterback depth, there is likely a price at which Minnesota would consider moving on from McCarthy.

McCarthy is slated to serve as the third-string quarterback behind starter Kyler Murray and backup Carson Wentz. Media commentators have floated potential landing spots for a possible trade, including the New York Giants following a season-ending knee injury to Jaxson Dart, as well as the Atlanta Falcons.

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