J.J. McCarthy

The Vikings have tabbed McCarthy as the successor to Kirk Cousins, trading up one spot to select the University of Michigan product with the No. 10 pick in the draft. McCarthy has a strong arm, good mobility and an impressive track record of success that includes a national championship last season and a 61-3 record as a starter since high school. McCarthy steps into a good situation, with Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison at wide receiver and T.J. Hockenson at tight end (though Hockenson sustained a major knee injury late last year). Rookie struggles may be inevitable, but McCarthy has a chance to provide QB2 fantasy value as a rookie.

The Minnesota Vikings have selected QB J.J. McCarthy with the No. 10 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Fantasy Impact

The Vikings traded up with the Jets to make the pick and select their quarterback of the future. The full terms of the trade are the Vikings receiving picks 10 and 203 and the Jets receiving 11, 129, and 157. McCarthy improved his draft stock with a stellar 2023 season for Michigan. He will benefit from a talented group of pass catchers already established on the Vikings’ roster.