J.J. McCarthy - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Deadspin | J.J. McCarthy tabbed to start Vikings' finale against Packers Deadspin | J.J. McCarthy tabbed to start Vikings' finale against Packers

2 HOURS AGO • DEADSPIN.COM

Vikings aim to help Jefferson end a frustrating season on a good note by hitting the 1,000-yard mark

The Minnesota Vikings would love for wide receiver Justin Jefferson finish a frustrating season on a good note by getting 1,000 yards receiving

6 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Vikings reveal J.J. McCarthy plan before Week 18 Packers clash In the final game of their 2025 season, the Minnesota Vikings will start J.J. McCarthy at quarterback against the rival Green Bay Packers on...

8 HOURS AGO • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

Kevin O'Connell on Finishing Season vs. Packers, J.J. McCarthy, Justin Jefferson, Offensive Line & Injury Updates Vikings Head Coach Kevin O'Connell addressed the media ahead of the Week 18 matchup against the Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium.

11 HOURS AGO • VIKINGS.COM

Named as Week 18 starter McCarthy (hand) will start Sunday's game against the Packers, Dane Mizutani of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Impact The Vikings won't have RB Aaron Jones (hip) or TE T.J. Hockenson (shoulder), potentially placing more of the offensive burden on WRs Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison. Neither has done much with McCarthy under center this season, but things were even worse with undrafted rookie Max Brosmer making starts. The Packers, meanwhile, are expected to rest a lot of key players in preparation for the postseason.

12 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Justin Jefferson just sent J.J. McCarthy a very loud offseason message Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson was recently asked if he wants J.J. McCarthy to remain the team's starting quarterback for the 2026 se...

13 HOURS AGO • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

LISTEN: Seahawks safety Julian Love expects 'new wrinkles' from 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan

Seahawks safety Julian Love discusses the importance of Seattle’s matchup against San Francisco for the NFC’s No. 1 seed and the NFC West title

14 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Logs full practice Thursday McCarthy (right hand) practiced fully Thursday.

Impact McCarthy sat out last Thursday against the Lions due to a hairline fracture in his right throwing hand that he sustained Week 16 at the Giants. He got back on the field Tuesday and had a "really positive" throwing session, as coach Kevin O'Connell told Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com. With a full practice now under his belt, McCarthy is set to take on the Packers in Week 18.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

J.J. McCarthy gets brutally honest about letting teammates down Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy recently opened up about some of the hardest things he's had to deal with during the 2025 season.

2 DAYS AGO • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

J.J. McCarthy on 1st Practice Since Hand Injury & Week 18 Game vs. Packers Minnesota Vikings Latest News

2 DAYS AGO • VIKINGS.COM

J.J. McCarthy Talks Hand Injury and More Ahead of Season Finale Against Packers Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy addressed the media from the TCO Performance Center ahead of the Week 18 game against the Packers.

2 DAYS AGO • VIKINGS.COM

Limited Wednesday, is 'day-to-day' McCarthy said after Wednesday's practice that he was limited and remains "day-to-day," Ben Goessling of The Minnesota Star Tribune reports.

Impact McCarthy sustained a hairline fracture in his right throwing hand Week 16 at the Giants and didn't play last Thursday against the Lions. Coach Kevin O'Connell told Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com that McCarthy had a "really positive" throwing session Tuesday, and the quarterback himself said Wednesday that he "felt good throwing." It remains to be seen if McCarthy will be able to suit up Sunday versus the Packers, but Max Brosmer is on hand for another start if the former isn't cleared to play.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Momentum building towards J.J. McCarthy playing against the Packers McCarthy will practice on Wednesday, which is a good sign for his availability on Sunday.

2 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Vikes' McCarthy returns to practice, with progress on hand injury giving him chance to play vs. Pack

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2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Returning to practice Wednesday Coach Kevin O'Connell said McCarthy went through a "really positive" throwing session Tuesday with the Vikings' medical staff and will take part in Wednesday's practice, Kevin Seif...

Impact McCarthy suffered a hairline fracture in his right throwing hand during a Week 16 win at the Giants that sidelined him for last Thursday's victory against the Lions. O'Connell said McCarthy likely will be limited in his return to drills Wednesday, but the second-year QB nonetheless is progressing in advance of Sunday's regular-season finale versus the Packers.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Vikings 3-round mock draft: Is it time to move on from J.J. McCarthy? It's been a disappointing season for the Minnesota Vikings, who will miss the playoffs one year after winning 14 games. What's worse is that...

2 DAYS AGO • FANSIDED.COM

NFL Top 10 Moments of 2025: Chiefs Fall, Rivers Returns, Shedeur Sanders Slides

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2 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

NFL Top 10 Moments of 2025: Chiefs Fall, Rivers Returns, Shedeur Sanders Slides

Vikings leave fans guessing as J.J. McCarthy's Week 18 status stays unclear On Monday, the Minnesota Vikings shared a health update about QB J.J. McCarthy that do a ton to his already uncertain status for Week 18.

4 DAYS AGO • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

Kevin O'Connell on J.J. McCarthy's Injury Progress & Preparing for the Packers in Week 18 Vikings Head Coach Kevin O'Connell addressed the media, provided injury updates and previewed the Week 18 matchup against the Packers.

4 DAYS AGO • VIKINGS.COM

Vikings Quarterback Status Undetermined for Week 18; J.J. McCarthy 'Progressing' Minnesota Vikings Latest News

4 DAYS AGO • VIKINGS.COM

Week 18 status TBD Coach Kevin O'Connell said Monday that McCarthy (hand) is progressing and the swelling has come down, but his status for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Packers is to be...

Impact O'Connell said it's going to come down to McCarthy's ability to grip the football after he suffered a fracture in his throwing hand in Week 16 against the Giants. Max Brosmer made the Week 17 start against the Lions but was borderline incompetent once again, completing just nine of 16 passes for 51 scoreless yards while absorbing seven sacks. McCarthy's status will be updated again no later than Wednesday.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

J.J. McCarthy's fiancée Katya Kuropas rocks black mesh-style one piece for date night with Blake Cashman's fiancée Taylor, and other gal pals J.J. McCarthy’s fiancée, Katya Kuropas, made headlines off the field this week.

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

J.J. McCarthy's status for Packers game just became a bigger mystery An expected decision by the Green Bay Packers could play a part in whether J.J. McCarthy starts at QB for the Minnesota Vikings in Week 18 o...

5 DAYS AGO • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

J.J. McCarthy's fiancée turns heads in knee-high boots look with Vikings star injured The Minnesota QB’s fiancée stunned for a girls night out while her man recovers from a hand injury.

6 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Vikings' J.J. McCarthy update leaves fans both hopeful and confused Following the team's win over the Detroit Lions on Thursday, Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell shared an update about QB J.J. McC...

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

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Vikings aim to help Jefferson end a frustrating season on a good note by hitting the 1,000-yard mark

LISTEN: Seahawks safety Julian Love expects 'new wrinkles' from 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan

Vikes' McCarthy returns to practice, with progress on hand injury giving him chance to play vs. Pack

NFL Top 10 Moments of 2025: Chiefs Fall, Rivers Returns, Shedeur Sanders Slides