J.J. McCarthy

Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell said J.J. McCarthy (knee) has resumed on-field training.

McCarthy was off to an impressive start in the preseason before a torn meniscus sidelined him for his rookie campaign. The No. 10 overall pick in this year’s draft is now back on the field and appears to be doing well with his recovery despite undergoing a second surgery on his knee in mid-November. The Vikings have a lot to figure out at quarterback after Sam Darnold broke out for 4319-35-12 in his lone season with the team and would be due a big contract. Of course, there is always the franchise tag. McCarthy is a near lock to serve as the Vikings’ starter in 2025 if Darnold plays elsewhere, but if the team re-ups with the late-career breakout quarterback, McCarthy’s 2025 prospects become far more uncertain.