Archive: 2025 / 09
J.J. McCarthy steadies Vikings in debut as Justin Jefferson hails his poise
Down 17-6 on the road, rookie QB J.J. McCarthy led the Vikings to a 27-24 win over the Bears in his NFL debut, earning praise from star receiver Justin Jefferson. A late 13-yard TD to Jefferson flipped the game, followed by a strike to Aaron Jones and a rushing score. Jefferson’s leadership and the pair’s growing chemistry anchored a composed fourth quarter in a hostile setting.