Daily Norseman on J.J. McCarthy
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Once he was a little hobbled there … I'm sure I'll have an update for you, but he seemed to be fine. O'Connell did not reveal a specific injury, but the revelation was notable given McCarthy's long history of injuries since the Vikings selected him with the No. 10 pick of the 2024 draft.
STACKED’s take
McCarthy pulled after getting 'hobbled' in preseason; injury history raises durability concerns.
McCarthy played only 18 snaps over four series in the first quarter before being pulled after absorbing three hits and one sack; he rose slowly from the ground after four Ravens defenders converged on him in the pocket on his final play. Head coach Kevin O'Connell said McCarthy 'seemed to be fine' but did not reveal a specific injury, noting he had hoped to send him out for at least one more possession. This injury concern is notable given McCarthy's long history of injuries since being selected 10th overall in 2024: he missed his entire rookie season due to a torn meniscus in his right knee, was out seven games last season due to high right ankle sprain and concussion, and was limited by a hairline fracture in his right hand.
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