The Vikings selected McCarthy with the No. 10 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, but Fantasy managers won't see him play until 2025. That's because he tore his meniscus during the preseason and will miss the entire season. Sam Darnold will start in his place. It's a shame because McCarthy had a shot to eventually lead this offense and utilize his accuracy, playmaking skills and mental sharpness to put up big numbers. He's easily passable in redraft leagues and is worth a late pick in keeper formats. As for rookie-only drafts, McCarthy might slip because he's not going to play for a year, making him a decent pick once you get to Round 2.
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J.J. McCarthy Fantasy Outlook
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