Overview
- Coach Kevin O’Connell said McCarthy had a “really positive” throwing session and practiced in a limited capacity, leaving his availability for Sunday against Green Bay undecided.
- The finale carries no playoff stakes, and O’Connell noted he’d like McCarthy to get one more game if medically cleared.
- If McCarthy cannot go, O’Connell said the staff will get Max Brosmer ready, with Brett Rypien and John Wolford also available.
- Analysts highlight McCarthy’s durability and performance concerns, noting he has missed roughly 25 of 34 regular-season games across two years and posted poor advanced metrics in 2025.
- Reporting points to Minnesota pursuing QB options in 2026, with names such as Mac Jones and Malik Willis mentioned as competition and an agent-driven Lamar Jackson trade idea framed as speculative.