Following Sam Darnold's decision to leave town to sign with the Seattle Seahawks on a three-year, $100.5 million contract, McCarthy is the best quarterback in town. Also, the Vikings turned down the opportunity to pursue a short-term deal with future Hall of Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

The Vikings are trusting J.J. McCarthy as their starter despite overtures from Aaron Rodgers. The 22-year-old believes he is ready to take on the job.