Kyler Murray officially snagged the starting quarterback gig for the Minnesota Vikings, but let’s be real, the chatter around U.S. Bank isn’t about him. It’s all about what the heck happened to J.J. McCarthy. This whole quarterback situation has Vikings fans, well, surveying their thoughts on a wild turn of events for their team.
Murray Takes the Reins, McCarthy’s Starter Hopes Vanish
Going into training camp, everyone in Minnesota was asking if it would be Kyler Murray or J.J. McCarthy battling it out for the top spot. That debate, such as it was, apparently wrapped up in a hurry. Murray got the nod, named the starter well ahead of their first preseason game against the New York Giants. So, the initial question got answered fast, and Murray looks set to lead the offense for the Vikings.
From Starter Hopeful to QB3? This Is Insane
Now, here’s where it gets wild, folks. The word swirling around Minneapolis is that J.J. McCarthy might not even be the number two quarterback on the depth chart. Seriously? The dude who was in the starter conversation just weeks ago could be QB3? That seems absolutely insane to think about, but hey, it’s the Vikings. That’s why the latest SB Nation Reacts survey is hitting up the most plugged-in fans, asking them what’s going to happen to McCarthy when the dust settles. Will he land as the primary backup? Is QB3 his destination? Are the Vikings going to trade him off somewhere else entirely? Or could they actually do the unthinkable and just outright cut him before the regular season even kicks off?
The Roster Deadline Looms For McCarthy’s Fate
This whole situation is coming to a head fast. The 53-man roster is getting set this Sunday at 5:00 PM Central. That’s the deadline for the Vikings to figure out McCarthy’s future, and for the fans to get their survey results back. We’ll see how accurate everyone’s thoughts are when that final roster is announced. It’s a huge moment for McCarthy’s career, and for the Vikings’ quarterback room. What a mess, right?
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Originally reported by Daily Norseman.
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