Minnesota Vikings' J.J. McCarthy's Trade Value Soars to $17 Million!
During the NFL’s first week of the new league year, teams made several major moves. From blockbuster contracts to bargain trades, front offices across the league reshaped their 2026 rosters. The Minnesota Vikings stood out among them.
They made several difficult roster cuts and aggressively addressed the quarterback position. Most notably, the Vikings signed Pro Bowl quarterback Kyler Murray after the Arizona Cardinals released him. That move not only removed one of the top quarterbacks from free agency—it also pushed another onto the trade market.
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A season-ending knee injury derailed his rookie year, but the team still handed him control of a high-functioning offense previously led by Sam Darnold. Jan 4, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback J. J.
McCarthy (9) hands the ball off to Minnesota Vikings running back Jordan Mason (27) against the Green Bay Packers during the first quarter at U. S. Bank Stadium.