JJ McCarthy is expected to be the starting quarterback of the Minnesota Vikings in the 2025-26 season, making his debut as the starter after being the club's first-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Despite nursing an injury all last season, expectations are high for McCarthy to lead Minnesota to a possible playoff appearance next season.

With OTAs underway, the 22-year-old quarterback is still figuring out the quarterback position at the pro level. Going into the second year of his career and being the Vikings' starter, McCarthy was asked what his biggest goal is. The former Michigan Wolverine admitted that his goal is to simply “go to war” with his teammates. He felt that he missed out on the opportunity to play during his rookie year, and he looks forward to playing on Sundays.

“My

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