J. J. McCarthy

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Giants acquire Vikings QB McCarthy for 2027 fifth-round pick

Giants get 2024 10th-overall pick J.J. McCarthy from Vikings for a 2027 fifth-rounder after Dart’s left-knee surgery ends his regular season.

Giants Acquire J.J. McCarthy from Vikings

The New York Giants signed quarterback Jake Haener from their practice squad to back up Jameis Winston for Sunday’s game against the Titans, following Jaxson Dart’s placement on injured reserve. The team also elevated receiver Braxton Berrios and linebacker Malik Harrison, while considering adding another quarterback.

Vikings Start McCarthy in Ravens Preseason

J.J. McCarthy has faced preseason scrutiny over inconsistent play as he battles Carson Wentz for the Vikings’ QB2 behind Kyler Murray, with analysts and reports suggesting a potential trade or fresh start. The Vikings are prioritizing position battles in the preseason, with Murray the starter and McCarthy and Wentz vying for reps as the team eyes the 2026 season.

Murray Named Vikings Starter; McCarthy Bench

The Minnesota Vikings’ quarterback competition between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy is a central focus of training camp and the upcoming preseason, with Kyler Murray widely viewed as the early leading candidate and coach Kevin O’Connell highlighting his mental grasp of the offense as the team weighs changes to the scheme. As Minnesota prepares for the Aug. 15 preseason against the Giants, insiders anticipate the competition to be resolved through live-action and multiple checkpoints before a decision is announced later in the summer.