Summary
The Minnesota Vikings made an effort to trade with the New England Patriots to draft quarterback Drake Maye during the 2024 NFL Draft. The Patriots decided not to accept the Vikings' offer, which included several valuable draft picks. Instead, the Vikings drafted J.J. McCarthy from Michigan.
Key Facts
- The Vikings needed a new quarterback after Kirk Cousins joined the Atlanta Falcons.
- Minnesota traded with the New York Jets to draft quarterback J.J. McCarthy.
- The Vikings offered the Patriots multiple draft picks to move up in the draft for Drake Maye, but the Patriots declined.
- The Patriots kept their No. 3 pick and drafted Drake Maye, who is performing well for them.
- McCarthy has had injuries, including a high-ankle sprain and a torn meniscus, affecting his playtime.
- McCarthy threw for 301 yards, two touchdowns, and three interceptions in his first two games with the Vikings.
- The Vikings' offer included the 11th and 23rd picks and a future first-round pick.
