US EditionVikings HC Kevin O'Connell Gives Clear Verdict on JJ McCarthy's Stance After Replacing Sam Darnold
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA, JUL 21 – The Vikings invested over $300 million in free agency and promoted JJ McCarthy to starting quarterback as part of a bold strategy to fix roster weaknesses and compete in 2025.
- This past week at TCO Performance Center, Kevin O’Connell expressed confidence in J.J. McCarthy as the new starting quarterback for 2025.
- The Minnesota Vikings spent over $300 million in free agency to address weaknesses exposed by the Los Angeles Rams, as Kwesi Adofo-Mensah’s approach reflects boldness.
- Only two players, Gavin Bartholomew and Chaz Chambliss, are on the active/PUP list, coach Kevin O’Connell noted the specific injuries.
- On Tuesday afternoon at TCO Performance Center, camp excitement was evident, and Kevin O’Connell said, `You feel the energy and the enthusiasm that J.J. has brought to the group.`
- On Sept. 8, the Minnesota Vikings will open their 2025 season against the Chicago Bears, and coach Kevin O’Connell aims for the team to contend for the NFC North title.
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