RotoWire on J.J. McCarthy

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J.J. McCarthy was at 168. So, not good.

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Negative signalProjection

Averaged 168 passing yards per game under O'Connell

J.J. McCarthy struggled under Kevin O'Connell's coaching in 2023, averaging only 168 passing yards per game.

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J.J. McCarthyNegativeProjection

McCarthy's inconsistency and missed TD pass raise Vikings backup QB concerns.

Hogs Haven

J.J. McCarthyNegativeProjection

McCarthy exposed vs. Ravens; multiple headlines question his regression from earlier flashes.

Daily Norseman

J.J. McCarthyNegativeProjection

McCarthy's 50% completion rate and end-zone inaccuracy underscore inconsistency in limited preseason action.

Daily Norseman

J.J. McCarthyPositiveProjection

Erickson argues McCarthy's 50-yard completion to Felton shows his upside remains intact.

Yahoo Sports NFL

J.J. McCarthyNegativeProjection

McCarthy's 5-of-10 accuracy and multiple overthrows to open receivers raised concerns.

Yahoo Sports NFL

J.J. McCarthyNegativeProjection

McCarthy struggles in preseason: 5-of-10, 81 yards, no TDs, misses open receiver.

Yahoo Sports NFL