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Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy Draws high praise from Aaron Jones: 'In the same category as Aaron Rodgers'

In the first week of the preseason, Minnesota Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy made his first start in over a year and showed he’s ready to take on a bigger role. He stayed calm and made the most of his chances leading the offense.

Even without stars Justin Jefferson and Aaron Jones on the field, McCarthy completed 4-of-7 passes for 30 yards, including a 18-yard reception by Jordan Addison against the Houston Texans.

Although Jones wasn’t playing alongside him, he’s still very confident in what McCarthy brings to the team.

Matt Verderame from Sports Illustrated recently spent time with the team and wrote a story on McCarthy. During that time, Verderame also spoke

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