As the Vikings begin their offseason program this week, they’re now positioning 2024 first-round pick J.J. McCarthy to begin the season as their starting quarterback.
McCarthy has said he’s recovered from the knee injury that kept him sidelined for his entire rookie season. Head coach Kevin O’Connell reiterated that on Monday, telling reporters in his press conference that he’s not anticipating any limitations for McCarthy during the spring.
O’Connell also praised McCarthy for the work he’s done to put himself in a strong position at this point in the year.
“He’s always working,” O’Connell said.