The Minnesota Vikings QB saga just got more interesting, as NFL insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported a meaningful update to the health of rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy.

J.J. McCarthy, who missed his rookie season because of a torn meniscus in his right knee, appeared thinner than usual as he watched the game from the sideline in a T-shirt and shorts. Listed at 219 pounds at the start of training camp,

The Minnesota Vikings are reportedly expecting J.J. McCarthy to remain the future QB1 regardless of whether the team franchise tags or re-signs Sam Darnold. According to The Athletic's Alec Lewis, the organization still has an "internal sentiment" of "McCarthy being the Vikings' future.