Overview
- Head coach Kevin O’Connell is expected to keep McCarthy as the starter for the rest of 2025 barring injury, according to team reporting.
- In Week 9 at Detroit, he went 14-of-25 for 143 yards with two passing touchdowns, one interception and a rushing score in a 27-24 win that kept Minnesota in playoff contention.
- Fox analyst Tom Brady highlighted McCarthy’s pre-snap control, accuracy and decision-making during the broadcast, noting positives despite an interception and five sacks.
- FOX Sports’ Daryl Johnston said the key next step is steadier performance throughout entire games, echoing a common “on‑script vs. off‑script” concern for young quarterbacks.
- Teammates and alumni voiced support, with LB Blake Cashman calling him “a killer and a winner” and former coach Mike Tice likening his traits to Jim McMahon.