2024 Dynasty Rookie Post-Draft Update: JJ McCarthy

The NFL Draft is behind us, rookie drafts are taking place, and as dynasty managers we are looking ahead to the upcoming season. In our Dynasty Rookie Post-Draft Update series, we break down all the incoming fantasy-relevant rookies, looking at their profiles and where they fit. The basis of the rookie profile involves the usage of STORM analysis, focusing on five key components: Situation, Talent, Opportunity, Risk, and Market.

Situation

Name: JJ McCarthy

Position: Quarterback

Pro Team: Minnesota Vikings

College Team: Michigan Wolverines

Draft Status: Round one, tenth overall

After losing Kirk Cousins in free agency, the Minnesota Vikings had a massive need at the quarterback position. We saw how bad things could be when Cousins was out with an Achilles injury during the back half of the season. The team went from one of the most potent offenses in the league to a team that won just three of their last nine games.