Summary
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy has an ankle sprain that will keep him out for two to four weeks. This is the second major injury in his career, raising concerns about his ability to adapt to the fast pace of the NFL. Former NFL quarterback Dan Orlovsky emphasized the importance of McCarthy gaining field experience despite his injuries.
Key Facts
- J.J. McCarthy is a quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings.
- He has an ankle sprain and will miss 2-4 weeks of games.
- This is his second major injury; he also missed the 2024 season due to a torn meniscus.
- Dan Orlovsky, a former NFL quarterback, stresses the importance of McCarthy adapting to the NFL's speed.
- McCarthy has missed 18 games and played in two so far in his career.
- There is concern McCarthy is not adjusting well to the speed of NFL pass rushes.
- Fellow quarterback Carson Wentz could replace McCarthy if he performs well in upcoming games.
