Vikings weighing future at QB as McCarthy rumors swirl from the Combine

At the NFL Combine, rumors circulate that the Minnesota Vikings are quietly exploring an exit strategy for quarterback J.J. McCarthy and plan to add quarterback competition, potentially including a veteran, by 2026–27 as concerns about his durability and development persist. The team’s leadership, including acting GM Rob Brzezinski and coach Kevin O’Connell, signals openness to alternatives beyond McCarthy, but they’re expected to keep him through the offseason to gauge whether he can win the job or if a trade/upgrade becomes likely.