
The Minnesota Vikings drafted quarterback J.J. McCarthy last year in hopes that he would be their new franchise QB after they let Kirk Cousins walk in free agency. However, McCarthy suffered a knee injury in the preseason and underwent two surgeries that caused him to miss the entire 2024 season.
With McCarthy sidelined, Sam Darnold won the starting job and exceeded expectations, leading the Vikings to a 14–3 record and playoff berth. He'll be a free agent this offseason, but it seems likely the Vikings will keep him.