Vikings Quarterback JJ McCarthy to Undergo Knee Surgery, Facing 4-6 Week Recovery
Minnesota Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy will undergo knee surgery this week, putting his NFL debut on hold for at least four to six weeks. The rookie quarterback, selected 10th overall in the 2024 draft, suffered a torn meniscus in his right knee.
According to NFL Network, McCarthy’s recovery time is expected to be between four to six weeks, which means he will likely miss the start of the 2024 season. In his absence, Sam Darnold is set to be the Vikings’ starter.
The Vikings kick off their season against the New York Giants on September 8, followed by games against the 49ers, Texans, Packers, and Jets. McCarthy, who led Michigan to the national championship, was one of five quarterbacks selected with the first 10 picks in the draft.
Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy will miss the start of the NFL season because of a knee issue
McCarthy, 21, was looking forward to starting his NFL career, but now he’ll have to wait. “Love you Viking nation. I’ll be back in no time,” he wrote on social media after the news of his surgery was confirmed.
The 10th overall pick, pictured with his fiancee Katya Kuropas, has suffered a torn meniscus
Darnold, who was selected third overall in the 2018 draft, will take over as the Vikings’ starter for the new season. The 27-year-old has had stints with the New York Jets, Carolina Panthers, and San Francisco 49ers.
Sam Darnold is set to be the Vikings’ starter for the new season, which kicks off in September
McCarthy entered the draft after leading Michigan to the national championship.
McCarthy entered the draft after leading Michigan to the national championship
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