J.J. McCarthy shines as spoiler in win vs. Dallas
by Bruno Mulé | Vikings Correspondent | Mon, Dec 15th 9:12am EST
With Minnesota already eliminated from the postseason, J.J. McCarthy treated Sunday's 34-26 victory over Dallas as a successful audition for the 2026 starting job. The rookie quarterback played the role of spoiler perfectly, overcoming a disastrous opening snap—a tipped interception by Quinnen Williams—to deliver a game-clinching touchdown pass to Jalen Nailor in the fourth quarter.
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McCarthy finished with three total touchdowns, completing 15 of 24 passes for 250 yards while adding 15 rushing yards on four attempts. The resilient performance provides the Vikings' front office with positive tape to evaluate heading into the offseason, as the team looks to build further momentum next week against the Giants.
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