The Minnesota Vikings will be without their rookie quarterback JJ McCarthy for the entire 2024 season due to a meniscus injury.
On Tuesday, the Vikings said McCarthy had a torn meniscus in his right knee but were unsure of the timetable for his return. However, surgery on Wednesday revealed that he will need a complete repair and will not return until 2025.
“It was a successful procedure. But it did reveal a repair was necessary which will end JJ’s 2024 season,” Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell said.
Head Coach Kevin O’Connell announces that J.J. McCarthy underwent successful surgery this morning that required a full repair and he will miss the entire 2024 season.
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) August 14, 2024
McCarthy led Michigan to a national title last season before he was drafted by the Vikings with the No 10 overall pick.
McCarthy was hurt at some point on Saturday during his preseason debut, when he went 11 for 17 for 188 yards, two touchdowns and one interception against Las Vegas. McCarthy reported persistent soreness to the team when players reconvened on Monday.
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Sam Darnold has been on top of the depth chart at quarterback all spring and summer and will now be solidified as the starter to open the season. Nick Mullens will be the clear backup, with Jaren Hall also on the roster entering his second year. O’Connell said on Tuesday that he has no immediate plans to add another quarterback.
