Who Should I Start? J.J. McCarthy or Gavin Hardison

Monday, February 10, 12:10 PM

NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports that Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (knee), who missed all of his rookie year in the NFL after having knee surgery for a torn right meniscus, is expected to be ready for organized team activities this spring. He should be able to return to football activities in the next couple of weeks. However, the Vikings are still considering all of their options with impending free-agent QB Sam Darnold, who had a career year in Minnesota on a one-year deal in 2024. If Minnesota doesn't re-sign Darnold by March 4, they could place a franchise tag on him, which could allow McCarthy to develop for one more year behind Darnold. The Vikings also still have former Giants QB Daniel Jones, so if Darnold leaves in free agency, Jones would be an insurance policy in case the team doesn't feel McCarthy is ready to start early in the 2025 season.

Saturday, July 27, 6:24 PM

The Dolphins waived quarterback Gavin Hardison on Saturday. The 22-year-old signed with the team in April as an undrafted free agent. However, with Tua Tagovailoa recently agreeing to a four-year, $212 million extension, Hardison's services are no longer required. In a corresponding move, Miami signed veteran linebacker Curtis Bolton.