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Vikings' J.J. McCarthy Celebrates First Win and Newborn Son

9/14/2025

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J.J. McCarthy, quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings, celebrated a significant week by winning his first NFL game and welcoming his son, Rome Micah McCarthy.
He led a comeback victory against the Chicago Bears, finishing 27-24.
His fiancée, Katya Kuropas, gave birth to their son, weighing eight pounds, seven ounces.
McCarthy missed practice on Thursday but is expected to start against the Atlanta Falcons.
He aims for a successful season with hopes of winning a Super Bowl.

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Story summary

J.J. McCarthy, quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings, celebrated a significant week by winning his first NFL game and welcoming his son, Rome Micah McCarthy.
He led a comeback victory against the Chicago Bears, finishing 27-24.
His fiancée, Katya Kuropas, gave birth to their son, weighing eight pounds, seven ounces.
McCarthy missed practice on Thursday but is expected to start against the Atlanta Falcons.
He aims for a successful season with hopes of winning a Super Bowl.