Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy welcomes son Rome as fiancée Katya Kuropas share first photo | NFL News
J.J. McCarthy is having a week he will never forget. On Monday, September 8, 2025, the Minnesota Vikings rookie quarterback led his team to a stunning comeback win against the Chicago Bears in his first NFL start. Just days later, on Friday, September 12, McCarthy and his fiancée, Katya Kuropas announced the birth of their son, Rome Micah McCarthy. On Saturday, September 13, Kuropas shared the first family photo with their newborn and their two dogs, Marley and Rocky.
J.J. McCarthy and Katya Kuropas share first photo with son Rome Micah McCarthy
Katya Kuropas posted the picture on Instagram showing baby Rome with the couple’s two dogs, Marley and Rocky. She wrote in the caption, “Marley, Rocky & Rome … that works! I think we’ll keep him.” The photo was taken just one day after the family revealed the birth of Rome Micah McCarthy.It quickly drew warm comments from friends and Vikings fans who were already celebrating McCarthy’s first NFL victory earlier in the week.
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The past seven days have been life-changing for J.J. McCarthy. On September 8, he started his first NFL game and threw key passes to help the Minnesota Vikings rally back to beat the Chicago Bears 27-24 in Landover, Maryland. Only four days later, on September 12, he became a father for the first time. At 21 years old, McCarthy now finds himself leading a franchise on the field while also adjusting to life at home with a newborn son. Both he and Katya Kuropas have been open with fans about their joy, showing how football and family are now blending together in the spotlight.
