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Quarterback Coach Apologizes After Clash with Cris Carter

11/19/2025

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Greg Holcomb, J.J. McCarthy's quarterback coach, called Hall of Famer Cris Carter a 'clown' on social media.
Cris Carter criticized McCarthy's performance in a game against the Bears, where he struggled but led a touchdown drive.
Holcomb apologized, saying his comments were unprofessional and disrespectful, and he expressed respect for Cris Carter and the Vikings.
The Vikings, 4-6, face Packers and Seahawks as McCarthy seeks to improve and silence critics.

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Greg Holcomb, J.J. McCarthy's quarterback coach, called Hall of Famer Cris Carter a 'clown' on social media.
Cris Carter criticized McCarthy's performance in a game against the Bears, where he struggled but led a touchdown drive.
Holcomb apologized, saying his comments were unprofessional and disrespectful, and he expressed respect for Cris Carter and the Vikings.
The Vikings, 4-6, face Packers and Seahawks as McCarthy seeks to improve and silence critics.