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Vikings Could Pay 'Tax' to Pull the Plug on JJ McCarthy

Vikings Could Pay 'Tax' to Pull the Plug on JJ McCarthy

Summary

The Minnesota Vikings are reconsidering their quarterback options after switching to J.J. McCarthy. The team went 14-3 last year with Sam Darnold, but this year they are 6-8, partly due to McCarthy's performance and injuries. There is speculation about a possible trade for San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones.

Key Facts

  • The Vikings chose J.J. McCarthy as their quarterback last offseason, allowing Sam Darnold to leave.
  • With Darnold, the Vikings had a 14-3 record last year.
  • The Vikings' current record with McCarthy is 6-8.
  • McCarthy has struggled in his debut season and has missed games due to injuries.
  • There's speculation about the Vikings trading for 49ers quarterback Mac Jones.
  • Mac Jones has started eight games this season, throwing for 2,151 yards with 13 touchdowns and six interceptions.
  • Jones was originally drafted by the New England Patriots and has played for the Jacksonville Jaguars before joining the 49ers.

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