Healthy and feeling as though he’s mentally prepared for an opportunity, J.J. McCarthy simply wants a fair shot at an opportunity to earn playing time in 2025. Appearing on the “Rich Eisen Show” on Tuesday,

In one of his most extensive media appearances since being drafted by the Minnesota Vikings, quarterback J.J. McCarthy said he's ready to compete for the starting job in Minnesota.

J.J. McCarthy’s rookie season ended before it began. The Vikings quarterback's second season hasn’t yet begun, but it’s already clouded with roster and injury uncertainty.