Summary
Minnesota Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy has had a challenging season with multiple injuries keeping him off the field, impacting the team's performance. The Vikings' general manager suggested in an interview that despite these issues, the team plans to continue developing McCarthy as their starting quarterback, while considering adding a veteran quarterback for support.
Key Facts
- The Minnesota Vikings have a 7-8 record and are not in the playoffs.
- JJ McCarthy is a second-year quarterback who missed most of his rookie season due to a knee injury.
- This season, McCarthy missed six games due to various injuries, including a high-ankle sprain, a concussion, and a hand fracture.
- McCarthy had some successful games, notably against the Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, Washington Commanders, and Dallas Cowboys.
- The Vikings' general manager, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, expressed confidence in McCarthy’s growth and future potential in a recent radio interview.
- The team plans to give McCarthy a chance to continue as their main quarterback next season.
- There is consideration to also bring in a veteran quarterback to support McCarthy and provide competition.
