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The Minnesota Vikings may have Sam Darnold as their projected starter to begin the 2024 NFL season, but the future of the franchise lies with J.J. McCarthy whom the team selected 10th overall in the 2024 NFL Draft.
McCarthy helped himself a lot during the NFL Draft Combine and pre-draft process and now is in line to be the Vikings’ next long-term answer at the quarterback position.
Minnesota did well to sign Darnold to a one-year deal as he can act as a bridge signal caller until McCarthy is ready to take over.
With a strong arm and the ability to keep an offense on schedule, McCarthy is set up well to thrive with the Vikings especially because of his receiving options.
Justin Jefferson remains the focal point of the offense, though McCarthy will also have T.J. Hockenson and Jordan Addison to lean on.
To prepare for his rookie season, McCarthy got a chance to work out with former Vikings receiver Adam Thielen via Thielen’s personal Instagram account.
“WR Adam Thielen and #Vikings rookie QB J.J. McCarthy continue to the grind this offseason together.”
WR Adam Thielen and #Vikings rookie QB J.J. McCarthy continue to the grind this offseason together
: @athielen19 / IG pic.twitter.com/vYJfDQKQNH
— The Purple Persuasion (@TPPSkol) July 21, 2024
In the minute-long clip, McCarthy can be seen going through throwing drills with Thielen and the two seem to build a strong rapport during the sessions.
McCarthy displays good placement and velocity on his throws and Thielen proves he’s just as reliable as ever.
It would be fun to see the two play together on an NFL field instead of just workouts, but Thielen is currently with the Carolina Panthers and will look to prove he still has gas left in the tank.
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