The quarterback debate that captured national headlines at the end of the 2024 NFL regular season now feels like a distant memory.
While some deemed it crazy for the Minnesota Vikings to ditch Pro Bowler Sam Darnold fresh off a 14-3 season, the allure of J.J. McCarthy was impossible to ignore. The Vikings’ faith in their 22-year-old QB was justified this offseason, after McCarthy proved he was healthy and highly capable of leading the team throughout OTAs and training camp.
The focus has now shifted to Monday night’s season opener against the Chicago Bears, when McCarthy will make his first NFL start against Caleb Williams, the player selected No.