Breaking news:Justin Jefferson Gives Honest Thoughts About Vikings’ Ongoing QB Situation……
The Minnesota Vikings have yet to settle on their quarterback strategy for the 2025 season. They could re-sign Sam Darnold, who guided them to a 14-3 record last year, or continue with last year’s first-round pick, J.J. McCarthy, who missed the entire season due to a knee injury that needed two surgeries.
Justin Jefferson is waiting for the Vikings’ choice, just like everyone else. Whoever is selected will be passing to Jefferson, the team’s top receiver since his 2025 draft.
The four-time Pro Bowler isn’t concerned about who the Vikings pick as their starting quarterback, as long as he keeps getting the ball.
“Luckily, that ain’t my decision,” Jefferson said, according to Athlon Sports’ Doug Farrar. “I’m just sitting back and waiting for all the decisions to be made. I’m here to be myself and make the plays I make. I’m definitely looking forward to seeing what happens with Sam, if we bring him back. Of course, J.J. will get his chance to make plays and see where he’s at.”
I’m not sure exactly what we’re going to do with Sam and the moves that we’re going to make, but I’m always confident in myself,” Jefferson continued. “It don’t matter who’s going to be throwing the ball, I’m going to make a play for sure.”
Even though McCarthy hasn’t played in a regular season game yet, Jefferson previously admitted he felt a connection with the young quarterback because of their lockers being right next to each other. He’s gotten to know the rookie without competing with him on the NFL field.
With Darnold last season, Jefferson finished the season with 103 receptions for 1,533 yards and 10 touchdowns. Darnold connected to Jefferson for the most touchdowns and yards on the team by a long shot. As Jefferson said, whichever decision the Vikings ultimately make at quarterback, he’s going to be ready to play.
