J.J. McCarthy

Minnesota Vikings
Quarterback #9

Personal

Age	22
Birthdate	January 20, 2003
Height	6'3"
Weight	219 lb

Draft

College	Michigan
Year	2024
Pick	Round: 1, Overall: 10
Team	MIN

Fantasy Value

Player News

J.J. McCarthy: Vikings Continue To Play Long Game With J.J. McCarthy

The Minnesota Vikings are now 4-6 behind struggling young quarterback J.J. McCarthy, but the team is betting that McCarthy can overcome his current issues and acclimate to the NFL with time. Receiver Adam Thielen, who is back in Minnesota after two full seasons in Carolina, pointed to Panthers quarterback Bryce Young, whose improvement in his third season came after two mostly rough years at the helm. "I'm sure he's leaning on a ton of experience from the last few years that (included) some really tough moments," Thielen said, according to The Athletic. Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell hasn't entertained a move and maintains McCarthy's issues are mechanical and can be corrected. Minnesota is going to give McCarthy the runway to improve, so managers in Superflex leagues will know they'll have a playable QB, albeit one going through the ups and downs of being a first-time starter.

Nov. 18, 2025 11:39 AM EST