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ArticleJ.J. McCarthy, a first-round pick in 2024, named Vikings' No. 3 quarterback beh...
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Head coach Kevin O'Connell told reporters on Wednesday that veteran Carson Wentz will serve as the backup to starter Kyler Murray in Minnesota's season opener against the Green Bay Packers. McCarthy will start the season as the No. 3 quarterback.
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McCarthy demoted to No. 3 QB behind Wentz after rough 2025 season.

McCarthy, the No. 10 overall pick in 2024, has been named the Vikings' No. 3 quarterback behind starter Kyler Murray and backup Carson Wentz for the 2026 season opener against Green Bay. Head coach Kevin O'Connell cited Wentz's 99 career starts and experience as the reason for the decision, describing the backup situation as "week-to-week." McCarthy will continue to get practice reps but has lost his starting job after a disappointing 2025 rookie campaign.

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