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Bleacher Report Flags Vikings as Top Arch Manning Fit If J.J. McCarthy Falters

The analysis frames the fit as contingent on a rare downturn that puts Minnesota within reach of a top 2026 pick.

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Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy #9 looks on prior to the NFL Preseason 2025 game between Houston Texans and Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on August 9, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Overview

  • Bleacher Report’s Brett Sobleski on Friday identified Minnesota as the most attractive destination for Arch Manning in the event J.J. McCarthy struggles or is sidelined.
  • McCarthy, the No. 10 pick in 2024, missed his entire rookie season with a knee injury and enters 2025 as an unproven starter.
  • Minnesota’s appeal was credited to roster strength and stability, with Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison and T.J. Hockenson highlighted as premium targets under Kevin O’Connell.
  • Coverage from Newsweek and Heavy characterized the scenario as speculative commentary rather than evidence of a Vikings plan to pursue Manning.
  • Analysts noted the path to drafting Manning likely requires a major step back from a 14–3 season, with injuries and a three-game suspension for Addison mentioned as potential short-term headwinds.