Minnesota Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy underwent an injection in his proper knee earlier this week to alleviate swelling that emerged throughout his rehabilitation program, coach Kevin O’Connell mentioned Wednesday.
McCarthy, the tenth general choose within the NFL draft, tore his meniscus within the first exhibition recreation on Aug. 10 and underwent season-ending surgical procedure.
“We simply needed to ensure there was no trigger for concern,” O’Connell mentioned. “All the reviews have been very optimistic, he sticks to the unique schedule and is in fine condition.”
The Michigan rookie has progressed to the purpose the place he can commonly take part in conferences and practices, and the teaching employees has appreciated his consideration and angle imbibed from starter Sam Darnold and veteran backups Nick Mullens and Brett Rypien.
“It was actual development for him,” O’Connell mentioned.
Associated Press reporting.
(Want nice tales delivered proper to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account, comply with leagues, groups and gamers to obtain a personalised e-newsletter each day.)
National soccer league
Minnesota Vikings
JJ McCarthy
Get extra from the National Football League Follow your favorites to get data on video games, information and extra
