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Vikings name ex-top 10 pick J.J. McCarthy third quarterback for Week 1 vs. Packers; Carson Wentz backup
CBS Sports NFL · Garrett Podell ·
McCarthy's horrific 2025 season leads him to being demoted to being Minnesota's second backup
What it means for your draft
Negative fantasy impact — expect ADP to slide until the picture clears.
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