Vikings Commit to J.J. McCarthy, Decline Pursuit of Aaron Rodgers

Minnesota rejects trade calls for McCarthy and plans to add a veteran backup while Rodgers considers offers from the Steelers and Giants.

The Minnesota Vikings have chosen J.J. McCarthy as their starting quarterback, rejecting trade inquiries for the 2024 first-round pick.
Despite being in the market for a veteran quarterback, the Vikings are not pursuing Aaron Rodgers at this time.
McCarthy missed his rookie season due to a torn meniscus but has resumed training and is expected to lead the team in 2025.
Aaron Rodgers, 41, is weighing offers from the Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Giants, with retirement also a possibility.
The Vikings have left open the option to revisit Rodgers later in the offseason depending on McCarthy's progress.