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Vikings Entrust Offense to J.J. McCarthy for Week 1 Debut vs. Bears

High-profile endorsements meet concerns over his minimal preseason exposure.

J.J. McCarthy #9 of the Minnesota Vikings warms up before the preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders at U.S. Bank Stadium on August 10, 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Overview

  • The former No. 10 pick has been named Minnesota’s starter and is set for his first NFL start on Sept. 8 on Monday Night Football against Chicago.
  • McCarthy missed all of 2024 after a preseason meniscus tear that required surgeries in August and November.
  • The Vikings limited him to one preseason appearance with eight dropbacks, resulting in a 4-of-7 line for 30 yards.
  • Minnesota let Sam Darnold depart in free agency after he produced 4,319 yards, 36 touchdowns and a 14-3 record last season.
  • Daunte Culpepper praised McCarthy’s accuracy, footwork and leadership, while Kay Adams voiced optimism tempered by the reminder that he still must prove it on the field.