McCarthy, a second-year pro, missed his entire rookie season after tearing a meniscus in a preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders. Now the 22-year-old is sidelined again, this time with a high right ankle sprain suffered against Atlanta.

Vikings cornerback Isaiah Rodgers making history in dominant Week 3 win over Bengals with quarterback J.J. McCarthy out

McCarthy’s viral exchange offered a tiny window into a leadership lesson that could serve as a guide for leaders in any field.

Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy struggled against the Atlanta Falcons, completing 11 of 21 passes for 158 yards in a 22-6 loss.

The NFL has taken no action against the Atlanta Falcons in relation to a possible hip-drop tackle that may have injured J.J. McCarthy last Sunday.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy is "responding well" to early treatment on the ankle sprain that will sideline him for Week 3, head coach Kevin O'Connell told reporters Wednesday.