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J.J. McCarthy's struggles have had a ripple effect on the Vikings' formula for success this season “The formula cannot be to end up being down double digits in the second half,” coach Kevin O’Connell said

November 25, 2025
J.J. McCarthy's growing pains aren't going to suddenly vanish for frustrated Vikings “There are some plays where he’s making it hard on himself," says head coach Kevin O'Connell

November 18, 2025
J.J. McCarthy is ready for the job and the pressure of taking over as QB for the Vikings

May 2, 2025
Vikings committed to J.J. McCarthy as starting QB after considering Aaron Rodgers

March 20, 2025
Report: Vikings are moving on without the Aaron Rodgers experience It appears the Vikings are ready pencil-in J.J. McCarthy as the starter but will still look for a veteran for insurance

March 19, 2025
Vikings use free agency to shore up both offensive and defensive lines adding DT Jonathan Allen, G Will Fries With QB Sam Darnold out, the team looks to shore up both lines and likely get ready for the J.J. McCarthy era

March 11, 2025
Sam Darnold signs with Seattle meaning the Vikings will have a new starter at QB again Terms of the deal are reported to be for three years, $110 million with $55 million guaranteed

March 10, 2025
Now What? Vikings enter another offseason without a clear plan for the most important position on the field, quarterback Sam Darnold is a free agent and with rookie J.J. McCarthy still rehabbing knee surgery there's no clear starter

January 17, 2025
Sam Darnold should have plenty of options if the Vikings don’t keep him Darnold’s shaky finish shouldn’t ruin his impressive season or impact his future

January 17, 2025
Vikings leadership have decisions to make heading into the offseason including QB, coach and GM deals Will Sam Darnold be back? Will Kevin O'Connell and Kwesi Adofo-Mensah get new contracts?

January 16, 2025