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McCarthy losing backup job to Wentz; poor preseason play threatens roster spot.

McCarthy fell to No. 2 on the Vikings depth chart in the days before the preseason opener and is now splitting second-team reps with Carson Wentz during practice. The source notes McCarthy has not performed well in a pair of exhibition games, continuing to show accuracy issues and overusing his fastball on throws. With Max Brosmer also on the roster, McCarthy could be in danger of not making the 53-man roster by Sunday; the Vikings would likely attempt to trade him given his fully guaranteed 2026 ($1.075 million) and 2027 ($3.775 million) compensation, though they may have to waive him instead.

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