NFL Network analyst Kyle Brandt spoke on "Good Morning Football" regarding Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy's new role on the team in 2025.

The Minnesota Vikings have decided to place their trust in J.J. McCarthy as their starting quarterback for the 2025 NFL season, officially ruling out the addition of veteran Aaron Rodgers. This decision highlights the team's confidence in the young passer and their commitment to developing internal talent.

We examine several other experienced QB options that would make sense if the Vikings decided not to go down the Rodgers path.

With options limited, do the Vikings turn to Aaron Rodgers or Kirk Cousins or someone else to back up J.J. McCarthy?, asks Jim Souhan.

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Though the Vikings haven’t completely ruled out a scenario in which they reconnect with future Hall of Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers, they appear content giving unproven quarterback J.J. McCarthy a chance to solidify himself as the starter this offseason.

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur commented Tuesday on the possibility of former Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers signing with the NFC North rival Minnesota Vikings in free agency. Speaking to reporters at the league meetings in Palm Beach, Florida, LaFleur said the following about the idea of Rodgers donning Vikings purple: