McCarthy's physical abilities as a passer, along with his maturity as a rookie, continue to leave a lasting impression on those around him.
It doesn't sound like it's a matter of if, but rather when JJ McCarthy takes over as the starting quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings. Back in April, McCarthy became the first Michigan quarterback taken in the first round of the NFL Draft since Jim Harbaugh was selected by the Chicago Bears back in 1987, and he's also the highest quarterback draft selection by the Vikings in franchise history. Put simply, the expectations are high in Minnesota for the former Michigan QB.
Veteran linebacker Blake Cashman was recently signed by the Vikings, and his early impression of McCarthy is that he's got a very bright future in the NFL. "I didn't know much about his game before," Cashman said. "I knew he was an outstanding quarterback. Winning followed him at Michigan. But I didn't realize how much heat he can put on the ball. He's got a great long ball. And even those tight windows, where it closes fast at the next level, he can zip the ball past a linebacker or safety's head and squeeze it in those tight windows. That's very promising to see.
"He's a leader. He's eager to learn," Cashman said. "A lot of young guys, sometimes they can come in, be a little timid or shy, but he's walking around the locker room, big smile on his face, shaking hands, getting to know everybody."WR Adam Thielen has been working out with QB JJ McCarthy this off-season and spoke highly of him and his game🔥Cashman isn't the only NFL veteran who's impressed with what he's seeing from McCarthy.
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