J.J. McCarthy drops his true feelings on being the Minnesota Vikings starter during the 2026 NFL season after the team's win in Week 18.

McCarthy appeared to aggravate his previously injured right hand early in the third quarter of Week 18 action. At the time of his departure, he had completed 14 of 23 passes for 182 yards, no touchdowns and no interceptions and took his two carries for seven yards. Undrafted rookie Max Brosmer took over for McCarthy.

The Minnesota Vikings are reportedly expected to bring in veteran competition for quarterback J.J. McCarthy in 2026 and four signal-callers immediately come to mind as options.

Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy may not be able to suit up on Christmas Day against the Detroit Lions after suffering an injury on Sunday:

The Minnesota QB’s fiancée stunned for a girls night out while her man recovers from a hand injury.

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy pulled himself from Sunday's game because of discomfort in his right throwing hand, something he said he learned to do after continuing to play injured two weeks prior.