New York Giants Acquire Quarterback J.J. McCarthy from Vikings
The New York Giants have acquired quarterback J.J. McCarthy from the Minnesota Vikings in exchange for a 2027 5th-round pick. The trade reportedly occurred after Giants QB Jaxson Dart suffered a season-ending injury, and McCarthy was the third-string quarterback for…
Mankato, MN, September 28, 2026 — The New York Giants have reportedly made a significant move at the quarterback position, acquiring J.J. McCarthy from the Minnesota Vikings. The terms of the trade involve the Giants sending a 2027 5th-round draft pick to the Vikings in exchange for McCarthy.
This acquisition comes in the wake of a reported season-ending injury to current Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart. The need for depth and a potential starter following Dart’s injury is believed to be the primary driver behind the trade.
J.J. McCarthy was reportedly serving as the third-string quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings prior to the trade. The specifics of his playing time or role with the Vikings were not detailed in the summary.
The draft compensation for McCarthy, a 2027 5th-round pick, indicates the Vikings’ valuation of the player at this stage. Further details regarding any other conditions or player considerations in the trade were not immediately available.
The New York Giants organization has not provided further commentary on the acquisition beyond what is publicly reported, and the Minnesota Vikings have also not issued a detailed statement on the transaction. The move is expected to address the team’s immediate needs at the quarterback position.
Story summarized from the original created by Ryan Paris on www.keyc.com, see more information here.
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