Justin Jefferson: It's early for J.J. McCarthy, he's going to bounce back
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Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson has shown frustration on the field this season due to inconsistent quarterback play. Quarterback J.J. McCarthy, a top-10 draft pick for 2024, has missed five games with an ankle injury and has struggled in his performances when active. Despite this, Jefferson expressed continued confidence in McCarthy's potential, attributing his challenges to being new to the NFL and dealing with an early career injury. Currently, McCarthy is in the concussion protocol, adding to his difficulties in achieving consistent performance. His status for the upcoming Week 13 game against the Seahawks remains uncertain, as the team awaits further updates on his condition.
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