Minnesota Vikings’ first-round draft pick J.J. McCarthy had an opportunity to showcase his throwing skills at a recent Twins game, but it did not go as planned. The former Michigan player was tasked with throwing the first pitch before the Twins faced off against the Tampa Bay Rays, but his performance on the mound left much to be desired. Videos circulating on social media captured McCarthy’s lackluster attempt, indicating that a future in MLB may not be in the cards for him.
However, McCarthy was not the only Vikings player to struggle with the first pitch. Dallas Turner, the team’s other first-round pick from Alabama, also had difficulties on the mound. Turner joked on his Instagram Stories that he did not have time to warm up before his pitch, adding a light-hearted touch to the mishap.
The offseason antics come amidst a busy period for the Vikings organization. Fresh off a championship win with the Wolverines, McCarthy is competing with former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Sam Darnold for the starting position after Kirk Cousins’ departure to the Atlanta Falcons. Head coach Kevin O’Connell recently announced that Darnold would lead the upcoming training camp as QB no. 1, highlighting his impressive performance during the spring.
While no official depth chart has been released, Darnold’s strong showing and experience in the league position him as the frontrunner for the starting role. As the Vikings navigate this quarterback transition, fans eagerly anticipate the upcoming season and the potential impact of these roster changes.
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