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ArticleJJ McCarthy’s ‘immaturity’ problem has stunned Vikings staff
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The Vikings demoted McCarthy to third-string QB four days before they opened the 2026 season against the Packers.
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McCarthy demoted to third-string as Vikings pursue Kyler Murray.

McCarthy was demoted to third-string quarterback four days before the Vikings opened the 2026 season against the Packers, after the organization pursued Kyler Murray in free agency. The demotion followed reported accuracy issues, decision-making concerns, and lack of quickness in the pocket that the coaching staff could not resolve during development.

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