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Minnesota Vikings Consider Derek Carr as Potential Quarterback for 2026 Season

The Minnesota Vikings are exploring the possibility of signing retired quarterback Derek Carr to start for the 2026 season, following rookie J.J. McCarthys underwhelming performance in his first full year. McCarthy, with just ten NFL starts, completed only 57.6% of his passes, throwing for 1,632 yards, 11 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions. Team leaders aim to secure a proven veteran this offseason to avoid repeating last seasons mistakes and maximize McCarthys rookie deal. Carr, 34, retired after a shoulder injury but started 10 games for the Saints in 2024, completing 67.7% of his passes for 2,145 yards, 15 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions. Carr has expressed interest in returning if healthy and on a Super Bowl contender, which could align with the Vikings prospects after coach Kevin OConnells 14-3 record in the previous season.

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