The Vikings find themselves in a precarious position with their quarterback situation. There’s still a possibility that Aaron Rodgers could end up playing in Purple and Gold, but the uncertainty lingers until A-Rod officially signs on the dotted line. Until then, the Vikings remain in limbo, unsure of who will be their starting quarterback.
They do have their franchise quarterback, J.J. McCarthy, but he is still recovering from the meniscus tear he suffered last August. While McCarthy has made steady progress and reportedly “feels 100%” during his rehab, he has yet to be officially placed on the roster. However, the latest update on McCarthy’s injury suggests a promising recovery trajectory.
Kwesi Adofo-Mensah Relays Positive News on J.J. McCarthy’s Injury
When NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero inquired about McCarthy’s injury, general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah expressed his excitement about seeing McCarthy back on the field. According to his update, the quarterback is progressing well in his recovery and has the potential to be the franchise’s starting quarterback.
“He looks great right now,” Adofo-Mensah claimed. “He approached everything with a can-do and unbelievable mentality, approached every task to be the best version of himself. Again, that’s why he’s somebody we want to embody in our leadership and our culture. And so he’s been in a great spot at every checkpoint. As I said the other day, he’s exceeded every throwing session and every workout. I mean, the kid is so detailed and process-oriented.”
"He's been in a great spot. Every checkpoint he's exceeded."@Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah talks with @tompelissero about J.J. McCarthy's recovery and the excitement to get him back on the field in Minnesota. pic.twitter.com/wM7PWPtKRi
— NFL Network (@nflnetwork) April 3, 2025
The Vikings selected J.J. McCarthy with the No. 10 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, following an impressive National Championship run as the starting quarterback for Michigan. McCarthy wrapped up his college career with a remarkable 27-1 record as a starter.
However, he suffered an injury to his right knee during a preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders, leaving fans and analysts alike with high expectations for what McCarthy could achieve in the regular season.
McCarthy’s flawless accuracy, combined with a strong arm, makes him a formidable threat to any defense. Throughout his college career, he demonstrated poise under pressure, using his mobility to escape the pocket and make plays.
The quarterback now has another year to further acclimate himself to his new team and its culture. He has already begun working out, giving him plenty of time to fine-tune his skills. Given all this, it’s no surprise the Vikings are eager to see what McCarthy will bring to the field next season.