Summary
The Minnesota Vikings are reconsidering their quarterback options after switching to J.J. McCarthy. The team went 14-3 last year with Sam Darnold, but this year they are 6-8, partly due to McCarthy's performance and injuries. There is speculation about a possible trade for San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones.
Key Facts
- The Vikings chose J.J. McCarthy as their quarterback last offseason, allowing Sam Darnold to leave.
- With Darnold, the Vikings had a 14-3 record last year.
- The Vikings' current record with McCarthy is 6-8.
- McCarthy has struggled in his debut season and has missed games due to injuries.
- There's speculation about the Vikings trading for 49ers quarterback Mac Jones.
- Mac Jones has started eight games this season, throwing for 2,151 yards with 13 touchdowns and six interceptions.
- Jones was originally drafted by the New England Patriots and has played for the Jacksonville Jaguars before joining the 49ers.