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Vikings Draft Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy as First Top 10 QB, 10th Pick

Apr 26, 2024, 01:19 AM

The Minnesota Vikings have traded up to secure the 10th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, selecting Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy, who went 28-1 during his college career. In the trade, the Vikings exchanged their 11th overall pick, a fourth-round pick (129th overall), and a fifth-round pick (157th overall) with the New York Jets, who in return sent the 10th pick and a sixth-round pick (203rd overall) to the Vikings. McCarthy, noted for his impressive performance and high completion percentage at Michigan, is expected to be a key player for the Vikings, marking the first time the team has drafted a quarterback in the top 10.