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Vikings Back McCarthy, Dismiss Rodgers Trade Rumors

3/31/2025

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Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell has thrown his full support behind quarterback J.J. McCarthy, dismissing rumors of a pursuit for veteran Aaron Rodgers. O'Connell lauded McCarthy's impressive offseason development, highlighting his promise as the team's future leader. With McCarthy as a first-round draft pick, the Vikings are eager to build their season around him.

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Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell has thrown his full support behind quarterback J.J. McCarthy, dismissing rumors of a pursuit for veteran Aaron Rodgers. O'Connell lauded McCarthy's impressive offseason development, highlighting his promise as the team's future leader. With McCarthy as a first-round draft pick, the Vikings are eager to build their season around him.