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McCarthy's Injury Woes Continue
29 Aug
Summary
- J.J. McCarthy suffered an ankle injury last weekend.
- This is the latest in a series of injuries since the draft.
- His backup status is now competitive with Carson Wentz.
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy was absent from Friday's preseason matchup against the Denver Broncos. The reason for his absence was an ankle injury he sustained the previous weekend during a game against the Baltimore Ravens. Team sources indicate the injury is not a long-term concern.
This latest ailment adds to a history of playing time lost for McCarthy since being selected as the 10th overall pick in the 2024 draft. He missed his entire rookie season due to a torn meniscus. Subsequently, he played only 10 games in 2025, dealing with a high ankle sprain, a concussion, and a hairline thumb fracture.
Coach Kevin O'Connell had hoped McCarthy would gain more game experience against the Broncos. However, McCarthy himself expressed discomfort playing. The coach had initially named McCarthy as the primary backup but now considers the position a competition between McCarthy and veteran Carson Wentz following the recent injury.
