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The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny fantasy football takes on J.J. McCarthy
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All The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny insights about J.J. McCarthy
NegativeDepth ChartAug 12, 2026
JJ McCarthy lost the quarterback competition to Kyler Murray. Carmen Batali notes that this outcome does not bode well for his immediate trade value or role, and the team is moving forward with Murray as the primary focus.NegativeBustJul 27, 2026
McCarthy was touted by the Vikings coaching staff all last year, with the head coach discussing his zoom calls and daily interactions, but McCarthy "couldn't have been worse" in actual play; reporters later claimed the pick was entirely the GM's decision and the coaching staff had nothing to do with it, suggesting a significant disconnect between pre-season hype and on-field performance.