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Analysts Push Vikings to Add Veteran Backup Behind JJ McCarthy

Concerns over the current depth chart have fueled proposals for low-cost trades.

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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - AUGUST 16: Max Brosmer #12 of the Minnesota Vikings passes the ball during the fourth quarter of the NFL Preseason 2025 game against the New England Patriots at U.S. Bank Stadium on August 16, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Overview

  • Minnesota remains committed to JJ McCarthy as the 2025 starter after he missed his entire rookie year with a knee injury and has yet to make a regular-season NFL start.
  • Camp and preseason reports say Sam Howell has underwhelmed and Brett Rypien has struggled, while undrafted rookie Max Brosmer has impressed enough to enter the backup conversation.
  • Bleacher Report’s Alex Kay has proposed sending a late-round pick to the Giants for Jameis Winston, a suggestion reiterated in new coverage as a practical way to secure experienced insurance.
  • Kay has also floated acquiring Kenny Pickett from the Browns for a 2026 sixth-round pick to strengthen the room behind the untested starter.
  • A Star Tribune column surveyed multiple backup options and coverage notes receiver absences are stressing the roster, while long-range ideas such as Arch Manning are described as speculative.