After the Minnesota Vikings chose him over incumbent starter Sam Darnold, J.J. McCarthy's expectations are even higher in 2025 than they were a year ago. Although fans remain split on his potential, Vikings safety Josh Metellus voiced the team's confidence in their new quarterback.

The Minnesota Vikings are entering the 2025 NFL season with a brand new quarterback room. J.J. McCarthy will take over as the team's starter, while Sam Howell is currently the team's primary backup quarterback.

Albert Breer reports from Vikings training camp, where J.J. McCarthy is the unquestioned starting quarterback.

The Minnesota Vikings took a chance moving on to J.J. McCarthy in 2025. But Kevin O'Connell wants McCarthy to be built for long-term solution.

The Minnesota Vikings are entering the 2025 NFL season with a major change in the roster. After parting ways with Sam Darnold in the free agency, all eyes are on J.J. McCarthy, who'll take the QB mantle in the upcoming season.

Colin Cowherd has been a vocal critic of J.J. McCarthy, even before the 2024 NFL draftee set foot on the field. After losing his rookie season due to a torn meniscus, which opened the door for Sam Darnold to lead the team to a 14-win season, McCarthy is back and ready to emulate or improve Darnold’s performance.

Ryan Kelly may be new to the Minnesota Vikings but he is already taking notice of his new quarterback and his leadership.

LAS VEGAS – Gophers quarterback Drake Lindsey has spent the offseason training in a variety of locales. He took teammates to Pensacola, Fla., in May for workouts at a prominent sports performance facility.