The Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell took over the NFL Combine duties in Indianapolis while GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah was out with an illness. The main offseason story for the Vikings continues to be the expected departure of Sam Darnold and the potential rise of rookie J.J. McCarthy as the franchise quarterback.
As of now, McCarthy is the only quarterback on the Vikings roster, indicating that the team will be making multiple additions at the position before training camp. One potential option is bringing back Daniel Jones, who is seen as the preferred veteran choice for the team next season, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler.
Jones, who has experience and a strong floor as a quarterback, could provide insurance for McCarthy as he develops and recovers from a knee injury. Jones also brings a dynamic running ability to the quarterback position. His potential signing in the Darnold range would give the Vikings a cost-effective option and a substantial upgrade as a backup quarterback.
While McCarthy is expected to be the franchise quarterback eventually, the Vikings are focused on not rushing his development. Jones could serve as a bridge to McCarthy and provide a reliable veteran presence, similar to Darnold’s role last season. Overall, the addition of Jones could give the Vikings a strong quarterback group and put them in a favorable position for the upcoming season.
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