Vikings, McCarthy and Sam Darnold

Sam Darnold or J.J. McCarthy? For Vikings, it’s about what gives them ‘best chance to win’
Should the Vikings pay Darnold after his (mostly) excellent season? Or should they go with McCarthy and spend that money at other positions?
Why Vikings' QB questions begin with McCarthy, not Darnold
National discussion has framed the Vikings' looming quarterback decision as whether they should re-sign veteran Sam Darnold, who is set to become an unrestricted free agent. But their first priority is to assess McCarthy's capacity for a quick ascension.
Vikings face more QB questions with Darnold's expiring contract and McCarthy's knee recovery
The Minnesota Vikings have entered yet another offseason with significant questions around their quarterback depth chart.
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy hands out pizzas to homeless in Roseville
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy bought more than a dozen pizzas from a OG Zaza in Roseville, then handed them out to homeless people needing a meal.
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy Navigating Additional Hurdle on Unprecedented Path
J.J. McCarthy is a key to the Minnesota Vikings’ offseason plans, so the additional hurdle he is navigating is especially noteworthy.
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy ‘Looks Great’ Back On The Field
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy missed his rookie season after suffering a knee injury in Minnesota’s preseason opener. When talking to reporters this week, Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah said McCarthy has begun practicing and “looks great” throwing passes.
Vikings' J.J. McCarthy Goes Viral, Inspired by Former Felon to Feed Homeless
The Vikings rookie collaborated with a YouTuber to give back to the community. Working with Josh Liljenquist, McCarthy bought ...
Wolverines Wire23h
LOOK: J.J. McCarthy takes it upon himself to feed the homeless
Former Michigan football quarterback J.J. McCarthy didn’t get to play football in 2024 due to a preseason injury precluding ...
Watch: Vikings' J.J. McCarthy buys pizzas, hands them out to homeless people
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy has a big arm and a big heart. McCarthy recently collaborated with YouTuber Josh ...
TribLIVE.com12d
Vikings face more QB questions with Sam Darnold, J.J. McCarthy
EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings have ... an unsettledness that was supposed to be calmed last year when they drafted J.J. McCarthy. Sam Darnold played so well over 16 games after ...
Vikings Get Concerning J.J. McCarthy News After Injury
"His appearance was a visual symbol of the neutral terms Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and coach Kevin O'Connell ...
Heavy.com6d
Vikings Get Concerning Assessment on Quarterback J.J. McCarthy
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy is healthy and possibly on his way to the starting job in 2025, but there’s a lot that can go wrong between late January and early September.
Sporting News6d
Vikings predicted to sign Pro Bowl QB, seek blockbuster trade package for J.J. McCarthy
The Minnesota Vikings appeared to be in a win ... They also had rookie J.J. McCarthy stashed away on injured reserve, affording the team a rare blend of insurance and options at the QB ...