J.J. McCarthy's Touch With the Football Improved in 'Major Way'

J.J. McCarthy's Touch With the Football Improved in 'Major Way'

If J.J. McCarthy can layer the football and avoid throwing mostly fastballs, maybe he can give Kyler Murray a run for his money in training camp.

Kyler Murray Leading Vikings' QB Battle; J.J. McCarthy Showing Improvement

The Vikings promised a “true competition” between incumbent starting quarterback J.J. McCarthy and veteran free agent addition Kyler Murray. They’ve stayed true to their word so far, splitting reps evenly between the two, and the results so far may be favoring the underdog in the position battle. Coming into the Spring, Murray appeared to be the clear favorite to win the starting job in Minnesota. The No. 1 overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft won…

J.J. McCarthy Keeps Receiving Positive Reviews

Dec 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) celebrates with quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) after a Vikings touchdown during the second half against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images Earlier this week, Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy got some rather positive reviews from Alec Lewis of The Athletic. McCarthy is embroiled in a big-time QB competition with Kyl…