Vikings' decision to hold out McCarthy in preseason finale signals his uncertain backup role
The Minnesota Vikings lost 34-6 to the Denver Broncos in their preseason finale, but the bigger story was backup quarterback J.J. McCarthy not playing due to an ankle injury. McCarthy, who was named the backup to Kyler Murray, is considered day-to-day. The team's decision to keep him out suggests his position is not secure, with Carson Wentz potentially overtaking him.
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McCarthy's ankle issue traces back to Minnesota's second exhibition contest against Baltimore, and the coaching staff had hoped he would be ready for the Denver matchup. With the roster deadline arriving Sunday evening, the team must quickly determine whether McCarthy's lingering discomfort warrants a spot on the active roster or a move down the depth chart.
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