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NFL: The Insiders fantasy football takes on J.J. McCarthy
Every source-backed podcast insight STACKED has extracted from NFL: The Insiders about J.J. McCarthy.
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All NFL: The Insiders insights about J.J. McCarthy
NegativeDepth ChartJul 21, 2026
McCarthy, drafted 10th overall by Minnesota, is competing with Kyler Murray for the starting job. The Vikings' investment in McCarthy at that draft position suggests they want him to be the long-term starter, but he's sharing 50-50 reps in training camp. Stacy Dales notes the reduced reps mean less room for error as McCarthy learns the new offense.NegativeRoleJul 21, 2026
Vikings second-year quarterback JJ McCarthy is in a major training camp quarterback battle with Kyler Murray. The competition will continue throughout camp, preseason games, and up to the start of the season, with the outcome having wide-ranging ramifications for the organization.PositiveRoleJul 8, 2026
Vikings quarterback entering year three will compete with Kyler Murray for the starting job. Former Vikings receiver Adam Thielen praised McCarthy as a phenomenal dude, hard worker with dog in him and all the intangibles to be successful in the league. Thielen noted that competition will amp up McCarthy's game, similar to how competition elevated Thielen's own career. However, McCarthy threw 12 interceptions and only 11 touchdowns last season, and the Vikings led the league in giveaways with 30 total. The Vikings did not bring in a veteran initially last year because they wanted McCarthy to have a clear path, but now he must fight for his job.NegativeRoleJun 23, 2026
Vikings QB did not progress as hoped in 2025 and did not deliver expected performance; now in QB competition with Kyler Murray; this is a chance to save his career after disappointing second season.