The expectations and scrutiny that hound NFL quarterbacks drafted at the top of the first round is mere background noise for J.J. McCarthy in his first training camp with the Minnesota Vikings.
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy signs autographs for fans during NFL football training camp Saturday, July 27, 2024 in Eagan, Minn.. Minnesota Vikings quarter back Sam Darnold jogs on to the field during NFL football training camp in Eagan, Minn., Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold runs through drills during NFL football training camp in Eagan, Minn., Wednesday, July 24, 2024.
“I want a really competitive situation. Sam will be taking the majority of his reps with that first group, but I think you’ll see J.J. maybe get some as well,” coach Kevin O’Connell announced at the beginning of the week. “But also, it’s about the quality and the volume of those reps throughout camp to really continue to holistically attack this quarterback development program and process for J.J.
Despite his 13-25 record with the Jets and failure to gain traction in his next stop with the Carolina Panthers, Darnold has an unquestionable dose of arm strength that has been on full display so far during camp with several deep connections with Jefferson and Jordan Addison.
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