Summary
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy has faced challenges in his initial NFL games, struggling with performance metrics and injuries. He played college football at the University of Michigan and was drafted by the Vikings but is now sidelined with an ankle sprain. The team will rely on other quarterbacks, and running back Aaron Jones is also currently injured.
Key Facts
- J.J. McCarthy is the quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings, playing his first NFL season.
- He missed his rookie year due to a meniscus injury.
- In his first game, McCarthy completed 13 out of 20 passes, scored two touchdowns, and had one interception.
- In his second game, he completed 11 out of 21 passes with two interceptions and no touchdowns.
- McCarthy ranks low among NFL quarterbacks in several performance metrics.
- He was a successful quarterback at the University of Michigan.
- McCarthy is out with a sprained ankle, and veteran Carson Wentz is expected to replace him as the starter.
- Running back Aaron Jones is also injured, impacting the team's performance.
