J.J. McCarthy
Quarterback
Ht: 6' 3" Wt: 219 Age: 23 Exp: 2 years College: Michigan Drafted: 2024 R1 10
Avg FF PTS
16.77
Per Game
Cumulative FF PTS
167.7
Position Rank: 28th
Projected FF PTS
N/A
Week 21
Upside / Downside
-16.46
Week 21
Posted: 1/11/2026 2:18 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy was fined $11,593 by the National Football League for committing an act of unsportsmanlike conduct. He taunted Green Bay Packers CB Keisean Nixon after lowering his shoulder during the first quarter of Week 18's game.
Posted: 1/04/2026 10:13 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings QB Max Brosmer completed 7-of-8 passes for 57 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions in relief of the injured QB J.J. McCarthy (hand) in Week 18 against the Green Bay Packers.
Huddle Up: Brosmer appeared in a handful of games, but he isn't a long-term answer in the Twin Cities, even if the team decides McCarthy also isn't the guy. It wouldn't be shocking to see the team add a big-name free-agent QB, or draft another signal caller early. Brosmer isn't a recommended fantasy option in 2026.
Posted: 1/04/2026 7:17 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy (hand) checked out of the Week 18 game in the second half after apparently aggravating his right hand injury. McCarthy was 14-of-23 for 182 yards, no touchdowns and no interceptions with two runs for seven yards before departing. QB Max Brosmer entered the game for McCarthy.
Huddle Up: If McCarthy is done for the day, it would be a disappointing finish to an injury-riddled season. It's especially tough for Vikings fans, as last year's QB, Sam Darnold, steered the Seattle Seahawks to the No. 1 seed in the NFC, while Minnesota has missed the playoffs. The Vikings also had Daniel Jones in the building at the end of last season, and they let him walk, too. McCarthy might not be the long-term solution, and we'll see if they bring in a veteran or use a draft pick to address the situation heading into 2026. If McCarthy is the starter again, he is nothing more than a low-end QB2 in most fantasy leagues.
Posted: 1/02/2026 7:58 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson (shoulder), RB Aaron Jones (hip), and WR Myles Price (ankle) did not practice all week and have been ruled out for Week 18 against the Green Bay Packers. TE Gavin Bartholomew (back) practiced in full all week and has been ruled out. CB Dwight McGlothern (hip) was limited in practice on Friday, Jan. 2, and is listed as questionable. DL Jonathan Allen (rest), DL Javon Hargrave (rest), and S Harrison Smith (rest) were limited in practice on Friday and no longer appear on the injury report. LB Blake Cashman (elbow), RB Jordan Mason (ankle), QB J.J. McCarthy (hand), and DL Levi Drake Rodriguez (rib) practiced in full on Friday and no longer appear on the injury report.
Posted: 1/02/2026 6:17 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy (hand) will start Week 18 against the Green Bay Packers.
Huddle Up: McCarthy being named the starter allows for him to prove himself one last time before a pivotal offseason for the Vikings. He is looking to solidify himself as their starter for 2026, and this week could determine that for him.
Posted: 1/02/2026 12:35 am GMT
Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson (shoulder), RB Aaron Jones (hip) and WR Myles Price (ankle) did not participate in practice Thursday, Jan. 1. OT Brian O'Neill (heel) was limited during practice. LB Blake Cashman (elbow), RB Jordan Mason (ankle), QB J.J. McCarthy (hand), DT Levi Drake Rodriguez (rib) and TE Gavin Bartholomew (back) fully participated in practice.
Posted: 1/02/2026 12:32 am GMT
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy (hand) fully participated in practice Thursday, Jan. 1.
Huddle Up: McCarthy is on track to return to the starting lineup this week as long as he does not suffer a setback. He has played better recently and can be a possible starting option in two-quarterback leagues but should be avoided in standard leagues.
Posted: 1/01/2026 12:44 am GMT
Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson (shoulder), RB Aaron Jones (hip) and WR Myles Price (ankle) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 31. LB Blake Cashman (elbow), RB Jordan Mason (ankle), QB J.J. McCarthy (hand), OT Brian O'Neill (heel), DT Levi Drake Rodriguez (rib) and S Harrison Smith (non-injury) were limited during practice. TE Gavin Bartholomew (back) fully participated in practice.
Posted: 1/01/2026 12:41 am GMT
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy (hand) was limited during practice Wednesday, Dec. 31.
Huddle Up: McCarthy is working his way back from the hand injury and seems to have a chance to be available for Week 18. He has some decent games before the injury but may only be a possible option in two-quarterback leagues if he plays.
Posted: 12/31/2025 6:39 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy (hand) will practice after a "positive day," according to head coach Kevin O'Connell.
Huddle Up: McCarthy will remain up in the air in terms of status for Week 18, but he can help his case for being the starter in 2026 by playing well.
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