A championship trophy was on the line the last time J.J. McCarthy squared off against fellow quarterback Michael Penix Jr.

McCarthy won that round as his Michigan Wolverines defeated Penix's Washington Huskies in the 2024 College Football National Championship Game.

Now comes the rematch.

The Minnesota Vikings (1-0) will try to build upon their promising start when they face the Atlanta Falcons (0-1) on Sunday night in Minneapolis.

The Vikings are coming off a 27-24 comeback win on the road against the Chicago Bears on Monday night. Minnesota trailed 17-6 after three quarters but outscored Chicago 21-7 in the fourth quarter to seize the victory.

Next up is the home opener for McCarthy, who is excited to make his home debut.

"I'm extremely excited just to get that 'Skol' chant," McCar

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