US EditionJ.J. McCarthy’s Arm Strength Could Be a Weapon for the Vikings
- Quarterback J.J. McCarthy has faced criticism for his arm strength since his college career at Michigan, where he did not throw often.
- Despite concerns, it is said that he can throw accurately and has demonstrated impressive throws, as seen in plays that could have led to interceptions.
- There were some risky throws during minicamp, prompting surprise about how he fit the passes in.
- McCarthy expressed a willingness to experiment with his throwing techniques, stating, 'I’m trying to experiment as much as possible because this is the time to do it.
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J.J. McCarthy’s arm strength could be a weapon for the Vikings
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