The NFL season is right around the corner!
The Minnesota Vikings are at a crossroads with their quarterback selection this offseason, facing a classic rookie versus veteran dilemma.
They have a fresh talent in J.J. McCarthy, the 10th overall pick from the recent NFL draft, and the seasoned Sam Darnold, a former high draft pick himself.
Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell recently indicated a preference in this quarterback contest. “I would say Sam would be the guy I would look to based on the spring he’s had and, really, where he’s at in his career and his quarterback journey,” O’Connell shared with reporters.
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Last season, Darnold played in 10 games for the NFC champion San Francisco 49ers, recording two touchdowns and one interception. Meanwhile, McCarthy is coming off a standout season where he led Michigan to a national championship and secured a top ten finish in the Heisman voting.
The Vikings are set to kick off their season against the New York Giants on September 8.
