J.J. McCarthy
QB - Minnesota Vikings
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J.J. McCarthy completed 20-of-42 passes for 248 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions in the Vikings 27-19 loss to the Ravens. He added 48 rushing yards on five carries.
Fantasy Impact
McCarthy connected with Jalen Nailor on 10-yard touchdown pass late in the fourth quarter as they attempted a late comeback. His two interceptions were two deep passes that were overthrown that were relatively easy interceptions. The second-year quarterback will look to bounce back against the Bears in Week 11.
J.J. McCarthy completed 14-of-25 pass attempts for 143 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception while also rushing nine times for 12 yards and one touchdown in the Vikings' 27-24 Week 9 win over the Lions.
Fantasy Impact
McCarthy has been impactful behind center when healthy, recording three touchdowns in two of three games for the Vikings. The second-year signal caller will look to offer fantasy managers a dynamic option behind center in a Week 10 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens.
J.J. McCarthy (ankle) is expected to return for the Vikings this Sunday in Detroit.
Fantasy Impact
Out since Week 2, McCarthy will make his return to the Vikings' huddle this Sunday. The Vikings went 1-1 with last year's 10th-overall pick running the offense, as McCarthy passed for just over 300 combined yards with a 2-3 TD/INT ratio across Weeks 1 and 2. He added 50 yards and a TD on the ground.
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell said J.J. McCarthy is healthy and expected to have a full week of practice.
Fantasy Impact
McCarthy remains on track to return behind center for Minnesota on Sunday against the Lions.
J.J. McCarthy (ankle) is on track to return in Week 9 against the Lions.
Fantasy Impact
McCarthy missed his fifth straight game Thursday night due to an ankle injury, as he has not been active for the Vikings since all the way back in Week 2. The 10th-overall pick in last year's draft seems to be headed toward a return in Detroit next week, however. Veteran backup Carson Wentz has not been able to consistently move the Vikings' offense, so getting McCarthy back in the huddle will be welcome, as the franchise needs to see how much he can progress the rest of the way this season.
