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On YouTubeMinnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / March 10
Vikings get big J.J. McCarthy update amid Sam Darnold news
The Minnesota Vikings have some clarity at quarterback after a murky offseason, with Sam Darnold likely on the outs and J.J. McCarthy nearing a big return.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / March 8
Louis Riddick Offers Strong J.J. McCarthy Take Amid Aaron Rodgers Rumors
The Minnesota Vikings' quarterback situation just became even more intriguing. On Saturday, The Athletic's Dianna Russini reported that decision-makers throughout the league expect free-agent QB Sam Darnold to leave Minnesota and sign with the Seattle Seahawks.
Minnesota Vikings News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 8
Latest NFL trade could play major factor into J.J. McCarthy's future with Vikings
On Friday night, the Seattle Seahawks made a big decision to part ways with their starting quarterback, Geno Smith, who they traded to the Las Vegas Raiders for a third-round draft pick.
NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 7
More Clarity on Potential McCarthy, Raiders Situation
The speculation about the Las Vegas Raiders' quarterback future, and the routes they could take, are at an all-time high as free agency is about to begin along with the new league year.
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / March 6
Vikings may want Sam Darnold back — but only under one condition
The Minnesota Vikings have chosen not to use the franchise tag on Sam Darnold, but they have expressed interest in re-signing the quarterback.
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / March 5
There’s a New QB Option for the Vikings 
The Minnesota Vikings need a new quarterback, at least if Sam Darnold indeed departs in free agency. The club did not use the franchise tag on their 2024 QB1, and if a contract extension isn’t reached by Monday, he will be eligible to sign with other teams.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 5
Could J.J. McCarthy demand a trade? Mike Florio sparks wild Vikings QB speculation
Is J.J. McCarthy going to ask for a trade out of Minnesota before he even takes a meaningful snap in purple? While highly unlikely, that’s exactly what Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio seems to think could happen if the team brings back Sam Darnold on a multi-year deal.
NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 5
National radio host proposes wild Vikings-Steelers trade involving J.J. McCarthy, T.J. Watt
Never say never, but we're fairly confident the "this is never going to happen" mantra applies to the trade idea floated on ESPN Radio. On Tuesday's episode of Unsportsmanlike, show host Evan Cohen floated a trade idea that would send Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J.
Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / March 4
Kirk Herbstreit Makes Surprise Statement on JJ McCarthy
The Minnesota Vikings' quarterback situation seems to be taking shape. The Vikings didn't franchise tag QB Sam Darnold before the deadline passed on Tuesday. Fox Sports NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported, "Minnesota still wants Darnold back, but the numbers will need to align." Free agency starts on March 12 at 4 p.m.
NFL News / Shutdown Corner / March 4
NFL franchise tag deadline winners and losers: From Micah Parsons and J.J. McCarthy to the Giants and Raiders
Only two teams used the franchise tag this year, but there were plenty of impactful deals made leading up to Tuesday's deadline.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 5
Winners, losers from NFL's franchise-tag deadline
The deadline for NFL teams to use the franchise tag was 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday. That deadline passed with only two players (Kansas City Chiefs guard Trey Smith and Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins) having the tag placed on them.
Minnesota Vikings News / 5 GOATs / March 4
Kirk Herbstreit: Minnesota Vikings will go to another level with JJ McCarthy as starting QB
Kirk Herbstreit said the Minnesota Vikings are about to go to anther level with JJ McCarthy at quarterback in 2025. With the Vikings electing to not franchise tag or re-sign, as of now, Sam Darnold and let him walk to free agency, McCarthy is ready to step up.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / March 3
Justin Jefferson provides guarantee amid Vikings' uncertain QB situation
The Minnesota Vikings face a potential quarterback dilemma this offseason.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / February 26
Vikings sound ready to replace Sam Darnold with J.J. McCarthy
Are the Vikings prepared to hand the keys to McCarthy?
Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 25
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy Focused On Returning For OTAs
Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell told reporters at the Combine on Tuesday that QB J.J. McCarthy has his sights set on being ready for the start of the team’s offseason program in April, per Ben Goessling. O’Connell added that McCarthy’s rehab from the torn meniscus he suffered last year is going well.
NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / February 21
Insider Gives Update on Potential Raiders Trade For McCarthy
The Las Vegas Raiders' quarterback situation has been the team's downfall for most of the past two seasons. While Las Vegas has many other areas on the roster that need improvement, the quarterback position has been the Raiders' Achilles heel for many years.
Minnesota Vikings News / The Spun / February 18
Vikings Quarterback J.J. McCarthy Sends Clear Message About Return From Injury
J.J. McCarthy missed his entire rookie season with the Minnesota Vikings due to a torn meniscus. That opened the door for Sam Darnold to shine and potentially earn himself life-changing money. While McCarthy spent the year rehabbing, Darnold completed 66.2 percent of his passes for 4,319 yards with 35 touchdowns and 12 interceptions.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / February 19
Vikings' opinion of J.J. McCarthy makes Sam Darnold's future seem even clearer
Darnold threw a career-high 35 touchdown passes in 17 regular-season starts in 2024.
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / February 14
Vikings unlikely to let Sam Darnold walk after injury update to J.J. McCarthy?
This year looks a bit light on franchise tag candidates, but the Vikings do have the most significant decision to make before the March 4 tag deadline.
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