March 23, 2026, 5:40 p.m. ET
We already know J.J. McCarthy’s starting position is in jeopardy with the signing of Kyler Murray.
But according to former NFL quarterback Chase Daniel, McCarthy’s career is over, especially with the re-signing of Carson Wentz.
Daniels thinks the Minnesota Vikings may be ready to move on from McCarthy for good.
“I think J.J. McCarthy’s days with the Vikings are done,” he said. “You don’t sign there to be a backup. J.J.’s done there. Here’s my thing on the whole K.O.C. and Kyler situation: the second Kyler signed with K.O.C., in my opinion, J.J. was done there. They’re not giving J.J. a chance to win it. It would surprise me, very much so.”
Daniel also added that the Vikings may be looking into drafting Ty Simpson.
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“JJ McCarthy’s window with Vikings feels much smaller than people think….The Kyler Murray move + keeping Carson Wentz isn’t accidental.
It wouldn’t surprise me if they start doing serious homework on Ty Simpson. There’s a lot there that fits what KOC wants to do.”
Whatever the Vikings decide to do, it does look as if McCarthy’s days are numbered in Minnesota with the signings of Wentz and Murray.