Fansided · Nov 21, 2025
Aaron Jones said what Vikings fans needed to hear about J.J. McCarthy
Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones | Brooke Sutton/GettyImagesAfter two straight losses, the Minnesota Vikings desperately need to get back on track quickly if they want to salvage their 2025 playoff hopes. More specifically, second-year quarterback J.J. McCarthy has to find his footing, both literally and figuratively.
Minnesota's attempt to develop McCarthy on the fly has been erratic, to put it mildly. His youthfulness has been on full display, and frankly, it's sunk the team. He continues to catch flak for riding the struggle bus, though Vikings running back Aaron Jones' faith in him hasn't wavered.
