QB Backup Battle and Trade Rumors

Kyler Murray is confirmed starter, but the backup competition between J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz remains open. O'Connell says McCarthy's role could still change, and McCarthy will start the preseason game against the Ravens. Trade packages for McCarthy have been floated (Chargers, Browns, Falcons). Recent articles add context: a Dillingham comparison highlights McCarthy's development challenges, and another emphasizes Wentz's veteran consistency as a threat to McCarthy's spot.