J.J. McCarthy

ESPN's Dan Graziano reported that the Vikings still believes in J.J. McCarthy long-term.

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"People I've talked to who are close to this situation insist that the Vikings haven't given up on McCarthy -- that part of their hope is bringing in (Kyler) Murray sends some sort of shock to McCarthy's system and gets him refocused on whatever they think he got away from last year," Graziano said. It still remains likely that Murray is the favorite to start Week 1 for Minnesota, but this will be a situation to monitor heading into OTAs and training camp.

J.J. McCarthy has been the subject of many rumors at the NFL combine. The drumbeat has continued that the Vikings are trying to find ways to bring in competition to eventually replace the young QB.

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It’s important to note that these are still rumors. The Vikings have done nothing as of yet to put McCarthy’s job in danger. However, free agency and the new league year is right around the corner. We will likely see them bring in some sort of QB competition to at least back up McCarthy, as Max Brosmer was horrid in his time filling in for J.J., and veteran Carson Wentz is still recovering from injury.

Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell said he “wants a competitive situation” at quarterback.

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O'Connell added that “the competition in that room will only enhance the entire team.” McCarthy should still have every opportunity to earn the starting job in the offseason. It'll still be a situation to watch in the offseason.

J.J. McCarthy (hand) completed 14-of-23 passes for 182 yards before leaving early in the second half with discomfort in his throwing hand.

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McCarthy had a roller coaster of a first season as the starter in Minnesota. He started 10 games for the Vikings and threw for 1,632 yards and 11 touchdowns but also threw 12 interceptions. McCarthy added 181 yards on the ground and four more scores. McCarthy played a bit better down the stretch, throwing five touchdowns to just two picks over his last four games. However, it might be an interesting offseason in Minnesota as rumors are already swirling about bringing a veteran into the QB room.

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy (hand) is questionable to return against Green Bay.

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McCarthy appeared to reinjure his right hand on a throw in the third quarter. Max Brosmer has taken over at quarterback for the Vikings. If McCarthy does not return, his day will end with 14 completions of 23 pass attempts for 182 yards.