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J.J. McCarthy, a first-round pick in 2024, named Vikings' No. 3 quarterback behind backup Carson Wentz

This time last year, McCarthy had just led Minnesota to a come-from-behind victory over the Chicago Bears in his NFL debut as the presumed Vikings quarterback of the future.

Aug 28, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) looks on in the second quarter against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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