Kevin O'Connell Breaks Down J.J. McCarthy's College Film from Michigan After Being Drafted

[@jonathanr2417]

Great guy. You can tell he is a wonderful teacher of men with no ego and all the competitive fire. We're very happy as Vikings fans to have him!

[@timfarney5165]

ECSTATIC. I am 60 years old, I have lived and died with the Vikings since 1969.... I couldn't be happier or more hopeful than I am now and it's ALL because of my belief and faith in Kevin O'Connell.

[@jakestorey457]

Coach O’Connell has a future as an TV analyst after he wins us multiple Super Bowls.

[@queitn6287]

Hahaha not with this bust Quarterback he won’t

[@timothyanvik5961]

I Need to see it first! SKOL

[@jcercone9526]

As a Steeler fan I always routed for Yall. Idk why. I’m the same with the browns lmao. Kevin o Connell is a badass dude.

[@wolfwang8464]

@@queitn6287packer fan

[@bodiecollection]

Lions fans here. He will be good for y’all. You won’t be winning super bowls with him however. Hutchinson will be stopping him from winning the division every year

[@nonik507]

These next couple years are going to be some of the best we’ll have

[@BackDoorSlots9]

how so? jj is gonna sit at least 1 year... who knows how ready he'll be on year two or three... so how are these gonna be the best years?

[@caidenswanke1106]

@@BackDoorSlots9he will be

[@Ghostmann2]

​@@BackDoorSlots9the vikings have said JJ could prove himself during the off-season and training to be on the field week 1. But it's most likely Sam Darnold will be the QB to start

[@BackDoorSlots9]

@@Ghostmann2 umm ..ok ...

[@Metaintelligencia]

I mean Minnesota is the best team for JJ to go to it’s what I believe to be mutually beneficial jj gets a coach and former qb who believes in him jj has athleticism and a willingness to be a QB for his team rather than a number and contract…add his Wr weapons and his TE and y’all are dangerous idk what you’re so upset about imagine being a lions fan the last 20 years

[@martinolson761]

I'm very happy we have JJ in the house!

[@BigMagoomba]

50+ year Viking fan. Absolutely love KOC, Flo, Wilfs and K-dawg! Great things are in store for us long-suffering Minnesota faithful. SKOL!

[@misguidednuke2143]

45 year fan here as well. I dont know what team you saw in 50 years, but after 1998, I'm convinced either the vikings are truly cursed, or the NFL is indeed rigged. The Jury is still out for KOC. Wish we would have gotten Harbaugh. KOC is far to soft, and the team reflects that. No killer instinct, soft trenches. Glad they let Cook walk, Cousins walk, and Mattison walk. Other than that, they have alot to prove to make me think they can win a SB. Their roster is not even close right now.

[@funkster007]

@@misguidednuke2143 Harbaugh or not, this team is still cursed. Hopefully something will give this time though. We shall see. And yep, I've been around since we had a QB named Fran.

[@misguidednuke2143]

@@funkster007 Now that was football.😁

[@funkster007]

@@misguidednuke2143 Indeed 😎👍

[@nangraham1]

Lions and Michigan extreme fan here, gonna root for JJ

[@timmyd3819]

Vikings Fan and Ann Arborite here, it's not too late to change to the Purple and Gold :p

[@oofmcgoof6386]

Im in your boat lol… hope he throws for 400 yards and 5 TDS and the Vikings lose 42-45 every time 😆

[@adamboone3565]

Gutted he went to the NFC north…enjoy JJ, I think he’s the best QB in the draft. Go blue and Go Lions

[@donovanwainwright2310]

Same here lol JJ always win. Remember that proven winner

[@florida1289]

​@@adamboone3565I understand but I look at it completely different. I wanted JJ to go to the best scenario possible which was Minnesota, of the teams that needed QB's. I knew it would make Minnesota a playoff team within 2-3 years but Detroit is so good and will be for the next 5 years+ that it won't matter anymore than any other NFC team drafting JJ. I guess I'm so confident in Detroit roster that I don't feel threatened by JJ/Minnesota. I think JJ ceiling is on par with a Jared Goff...I put Jordan Love in that same class, top 5-8, probably never considered the best though.

[@YDCFF_]

These are the things the untrained eye doesn't see. I said long ago that JJ is the most NFL ready QB in the draft... Folks get too enamored with big numbers... Situational awareness and execution on 3rd down or in clutch moments is what wins championships... Combine that with arm strength, anticipation and accuracy,,, it's a wrap... JJ will have one hell of a career...

[@icemastergeraldsilk]

Lions fan and Michigan fan here. Love everything JJ brings on and off the field, and Coach O'Connell is impressive. I'd be rooting for the Vikings if they were in any other division. Alas.

[@michaeljones436]

@@icemastergeraldsilk Lions and Huge Wolverines fan!! Most people who have not watched much of MICHIGANS Natty Run, didn't see that the 1st 7-8 games of the season JJ and a majority of the starters (on both sides of the ball) were riding pine come mid 3rd quarter early fourth quarter. He could've easily had Heisman numbers had he played those extra minutes... JJ is an unselfish team 1st player and leader. Like you, I'll be rooting for JJ like I did for Brady and all of my favorite UofM players past and present, only I'll have to root against him twice a year for quite some time to come...

[@kaseyamos8028]

J.J. McCarthy & KOC seem to have similar leadership styles & football IQ. I hope with KOC as a teacher J.J. can be what KOC wanted to be as a QB during his time in the league.

[@mikejohn4200]

Michigan fan here. I think you are right. JJ likes being surrounded by quality people and Minnesota gives that vibe.

[@chrisphipps6062]

I was thinking the same thing, they even talk similar. Hopefully jj is OC with talent

[@ianmcintyre2820]

O'Connell rocking that Belichick cut off hoodie. Respect.

[@debsmith7861]

Speaking of Belichick; in his analysis of McCarthy, there is nothing but praise and love. No real weaknesses he said on a panel discussion recently. Be a good idea for haters to watch and listen to that. Easily found on KZbin.

[@JB-tl3dr]

That hoodie is dope, wonder if they're available to buy anywhere

[@michaeljones436]

HUGE MICHIGAN WOLVERINE FAN here! I was elated that as the draft neared JJ was getting more press... His performance at the NFL Combine was also a gem. You guys have a super smart, super athletic and super talented kid there in JJ! One of the things a love most about him is his mindset to quickly shake off a mistake, not that he makes many. But he moves on quickly from them. The thing that sucks is that I'm now going to have to root against him twice a year as he is in the NFC North with my hometown team the Lions!

[@dylanroberts93]

KOC and JJ are going to be a great combo

[@NCSKOLMAN15]

This past week has really felt good. And I have been hawking KZbin for more content of our draft picks. The bro hugs from Brian were awesome to see.

[@michaelhacker1442]

It's been a breath of fresh air woth KOC and Kwesi. I didn't agree with all their decisions but they are at least doing the right things and attempting to build a great roster!

[@Jefff72]

Have they done this for Dallas Turner? I think he is the next Alan Page, Chris Doleman, & Jared Allen.

[@Adamrobles76]

Hes more of a speed guy no?

[@vikedout]

🗣️We want draft access video

[@MakiFitness]

Michigan fan here. Yall got a baller, a winner and a playmaker. Don't listen to the haters / critics.

[@MisterArdor]

Love this stuff! Excited to see what they can do this year. As long as they are competitive and giving themselves a chance to win through smart play, I'm good as a fan. No season or career altering injuries, please 🙏🏽

[@charlesjag3407]

This is so cool to see the coach's breakdown!

[@redt7452]

It’s extremely satisfying knowing your head coach knows the tiniest details about the QB position.

[@russf6572]

You guys are going to *FUCKING LOVE* JJ! _As long as he can stay healthy, I see a Superbowl crown in your future within the first three years. (probably two)_

[@scottdewitt-on7ui]

Fun fact : he has only lost 3 games in his life. The only college game he lost as a starter was the college playoff to TCU. The other 2 were in high school in Illinois yet he still won state the he went to IMG and won the high school natty. Dudes a winner I hope he has a great pro career.

[@Deuce_22]

Summer needs to end already! SKOL

[@timfarney5165]

😃🏈

[@alecrechtiene558]

Nah, let’s enjoy summer. I love watching football but I ain’t giving up summer in Minnesota😅

[@jonathan45732]

Great release great footwork and the ability to throw into tight spots.

[@gregschulte2953]

he's going to have a lot of fun with Mccarthy

[@nutzach9156]

Amazing Coach! 👏 Skol!

[@prestin5304]

I cant imagine being a possible starting QB in the NFL when I was 21 yrs old!

[@peterbercich4324]

We are very fortunate to have an HC that will do this.

[@kflow1379]

Man it feels good to hear and see actual excitement from KOC. Can't wait to see where he can take this offense

[@legendaryTMNICO]

He really sounds like an NFL analyst. He could also be a good commentator.

[@americanfilipino8847]

Joel Klatt called UM's offense "The anaconda". They basically squeezed the life out of teams and usually pulled away in the 4th quarter. You can't be that type of offense unless you can convert on 3rd downs. JJ is the head of the snake, and his ability to convert at an absurd rate is what gave UM the ability to run the bejeezus out of the football. He is your prototypical mid 90's / early 00's type QB. Vikings got a good one.

[@WhyFacetattoos]

Koc reminds me of a young version of my boss and mentor. Great guy to work for and learn from. And I'm just a lead in a steel plant lol.

[@nikkicovington6389]

It is nice to have JJ McCarthy on the Minnesota Vikings as a good QB from the Michigan Wolverines.

[@brianexplores]

As a Packer fan, this is awesome! Everyone is going to be great for the next 5 years

[@paulfonseca1389]

Listening to that I'm excited

[@gurrthe8080]

Better stock up on kibbles for JJ hes that dawg

[@mullen25]

future looks bright!

[@florencedahl3617]

They made the right decision to get @#10 via trade with the Jets 😊to have him here in Minnesota

[@mikesmith7820]

Still not sure that trade was advisable. The original claim is that we moved up to prevent the Broncos from moving up instead. However, the Broncos were never interested in McCarthy. I have yet to hear if the raiders were perhaps involved if that is the case then the move at least makes sense. But, if the raiders were not involved at all we gave up a pair of picks this year for absolutely no reason. The Jets were not going to take him and nor were the Broncos. I get wanting to secure your guy, but from the looks of it, the Vikings got played because teams knew they wanted McCarthy. Personally I think we could have gotten him at 11 no problem and not had to give up the majority of the middle of our draft.

[@megakrab1]

​@mikesmith7820 How do you know the broncos didn't want him? Because they said so? JJ has even said that be knew he was either going vikings or broncos so they had to talk to him about wanting him at some point...

[@queitn6287]

@@mikesmith7820Sean payton is a hack

[@JacobSipe-hn9zu]

Of course the Broncos are going to say they didn’t want JJ after they drafted Bo Nix

[@drumzmagoo]

One thing is for sure, is his fundamentals are solid

[@vlogsby.amelia28]

LETS GOOOOO

[@DrumdudeAZ]

That strike down the field. Review it again. That db misplayed it and receiver had to slow down for it

[@Sticks017]

Where can I get that sweatshirt KOC is wearing?

[@Drow67p]

Why does he have to show him tearing up the Gophers😂😂😂😂

[@Godless-Being]

KOC AND KWESI 🐐 🐐

[@andrewdegiovanni8109]

His front line was giving some great protection

[@pillowbugg]

1st round RB next year and we're set!

[@ke-tu]

DROP THE ALL ACCESS DRAFT VIDEO

[@newyorker3556]

😆 feel bad for Michigan fans because they want jj macrthy to succeed but the problem is jj got drafted by there competitors. in the same division lions or Vikings 😆

[@joedematteo5163]

Michigan resident, just outside Detroit! I am rooting for J.J to have a great career. Unless he is playing the Lions....

[@hirkalarentarim2893]

As a Michigan fan AND a Bears fan... Man, does this suck. 😅 Good pick, Vikes.

[@Ranchxy]

Where’s the inside the draft room video

[@ryannewazada2102]

Improve the middle section of the offensive line, Guards and the Center. Do t hi is, JJ McCarthy will have a great Vikings career.

[@typelogin]

Pete "recognizing voids, something you see with high school kids they wait till they're open to throw it" ... i guess McCarthy is going to throw like a high school QB because Jefferson is always open lol

[@adamsgaming6265]

KOC is a great coach i don’t understand why people don’t like him

[@spindog9600]

I'm ready for another 7-10 season!!! Let's do this!!!

[@vincem.9254]

D-1 hater😭 give Jj and darn old a chance

[@rayrack5416]

Lost many close games. When you have a guy on the field that can consistently move the chains on 3rd down, that can tip the scales in our favor.

[@glennpelton4887]

Not sorry to disappoint you. The Vikings are about to kick some natural ass.

[@rexrogers1859]

I'm glad you're excited!! SKOL!!

[@ugotmossed84]

One thing that concerns me about JJ is when it comes time for highlights they show the same handful of plays over and over and over.

[@skol2420]

🏈SKOL🏈

[@davidking6554]

I like what he does but wonder about the elongated throwing motion. It sometimes reminds me of Randall Cunningham. Strip sacks could be a problem at the NFL level. Also every throw seems to be a bullet. Hopefully he develops more touch.

[@123123roo]

I rather have a powerful arm then a weak arm that takes forever to get to the Wr, i think you can teach Touch, but cant teach Power

[@sudoCompetence]

He threw the second fastest ball at the combine, 61 mph. His throwing motion is quick and compact when compared to players like Penix. Watch some more tape

[@Bryant-yo6rt]

Not near what Cunningham was motion wise. Go look at him get the ball out on an unblocked Chop in the Penn State game and you won’t say that. He actually gets it out quicker then Kirk and his arm is stronger then Kirk’s. Only one dude threw faster then him at the combine

[@jimberg4917]

@@Bryant-yo6rt I'm super impressed with his release and zip. Kirk had to wind-up to do what JJ does effortlessly.

[@philiprogus1155]

I'd happy with 1

[@michaeldemaio257]

Look at that. The Mr. to nice coach. Dude probably doesn’t swear or yell at anyone !!! Thank you and please this and thank you again and be really respectful. This guys to nice and if he start Sam, he will be fired at the end of the season!!!

[@LJHLU]

I hope Vikings win the Super Bowl this year that will put all those J.J. Haters thinking man he is a great player!

[@awightman1221]

If you listen to JJ in interviews he talks just like KOC its uncanny

[@bunjidogg]

We know now that JJ wasn't his first choice, but I think JJ is mentally strong and confident and will not be bothered by it and think positively.

[@CarsonErickson-ly3lm]

Tf you mean yes he was you can tell are you slow or sum 😂🤦‍♂️

[@jacoblash4125]

​@@CarsonErickson-ly3lmThe Vikings made an offer to trade up to 3 and get Drake Maye. You been under a rock?

[@CarsonErickson-ly3lm]

@@jacoblash4125 bro yes cause Drake maye is the better qb but that doesn’t mean that Koc wanted him more he has said many times that jj was his guy

[@jacoblash4125]

@@CarsonErickson-ly3lm talking out your ass bro😂 stfu

[@Paula-mv8im]

@@jacoblash4125 We all know KOC values accuracy above everything else. Just look at their draft profiles. JJ is the more accurate QB

[@martymcfly7473]

JJM is going to get us a championship.SKOL4LIFE

[@123123roo]

I really do think Minny made the right Decision in drafting JJ (I know I know he was the only QB left at the time but i still think he was the right fit for us)

[@sudoCompetence]

Only time will tell man

[@haroldbalzer5916]

Bo Nix was still avail though JJ is such a winner they had to grab him.

[@Lmfleaflicker]

Time will tell but he looks like a winner

[@bmonty1915]

Did I just become a Kevin O'Connell fan?

[@joshMitchell-xt7pu]

Had to show that against the golphers

[@shimonhawkins13]

JJ 〽️cNatty went to the right place! Much success, until you face Da Raidas!

[@Doetro5]

Them picks were for Drake Maye but New England was running game on the Vikings so they settle for option 2: JJ McCarthy which is not a bad selection just not the first. Happy to see how he develops with the team primed for a run in 2025.

[@jon_trinks]

I believe you're correct. But I said before the draft, I'd rather have JJ than Maye. I only wanted to use the three 1sts if we could somehow get Daniels.

[@Paula-mv8im]

I don't believe that. We all know KOC values accuracy above everything else. Just look at their draft profiles. JJ is the more accurate QB.

[@mgoboski]

I hope the Lions crush you and Aidan Hutchinson throws JJ to the turf multiple times per game, but I am rooting for JJ for the rest of his career. He's a legend at Michigan and the most underrated player I can ever remember.

[@jasonholloway4162]

5th comment…lets SKKOOOOOLL!!

[@SpinFireTV]

Question is can he drop a ball in a bucket downfield?

[@_classic_rob_]

Thank goodness Bercich wasn't the one analyzing haha bro takes way too long just to say the simplest stuff. KOC better be making more appearances here

[@ryandamon714]

SKOL

[@Robert88888]

Put me at ease and extend my boy

[@thegamingdrew3105]

People say greenbay is gonna give us detroit fans hell but im more scared of the vikings

[@jweezy2912]

Show Drake Maye! The QB who you really wanted🤣😂😂

[@brinaldi81]

"12 superbowls in th3 next 10 years"

[@eugeneshumacher-tr5hh]

let gooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

[@johnswanson3741]

I see Jmac continually missing the guy that is most open and the best option. Hope he can refine his processing or he will only turn out be an interception marvel!

[@anthonyswanson7409]

Continually? That's a lie.

[@anthonyswanson7409]

Continually? That's a lie.

[@glennpelton4887]

Any kinks in J.J.'s armor will be worked out in practice. That's something J.J. does all day. Study football and practice. So, whatever Kevin shows him he is going to work on day and night.

[@Stiff_Richards]

You can tell with how KOC talks he wanted Drake Maye or Daniels before JJ 😅

[@ke-tu]

He definitely did not want Daniels, does not fit the vikings scheme at all. Out of the top 5 QB's Daniels threw over the little the least with the least amount of success...

[@rexrogers1859]

How weird 😂

[@Palmbree2y]

OROY

[@RodneySaagge]

Koc is no mastermind especially when he plays conservative

[@James-mm6jh]

Aa a Michigan fan I will miss JJ at Michigan, but as a Lions fan I will not be rooting for him.

[@jeffheinzelman4751]

It’ll be interesting to see him play teams where he doesn’t know what plays are going to be called.

[@Defrano]

Really

[@jimberg4917]

@eugeneshumacher-tr5hh 32 minutes ago let goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

[@OfficialLightningvr]

First

[@fatheruvthor8089]

That pass vs minnesota was terrible SMH can't believe people are excited about this guy

[@mikesmith7820]

I will start with the fact that I trust KOC. However, with that stated, I'm still not sold on JJ being capable of being an elite QB in the NFL level. He is very much backwaeds from any other QB prospect I have seen. Most QB prospects the question is, can they develop the mental side of the game to continue to find success at the next level. We know that they have the physical tools because they have displayed them over and over at the college level, and that's what makes them top prospects is the physical tools they have and display. Things like athleticism in and out of the pocket, arm strength, and accuracy. For most QBs, we have gotten a good read on those physical tools and is the reason they are drafted. With McCarthy, it's the polar flip. He was drafted for his intangibles and the mental side of the game. The question with McCarthy comes down to does he have the physical tools to be an elite QB at the next level? From everything I have seen, including this breakdown, I have some massive questions on his arm strength and accuracy. Mentally, he can make the right decision and progress through his reads. But then you watch a play like in this video of him against Minnesota he makes the right read and the proper throw. However, there is zero reason that play should not have resulted in 6. Despite the fact that the reciever made the catch, McCarthy horribly under threw that ball. He under threw it so badly that the WR had to basically stop running his route to be able to make the catch. Which also allows the defender a chance to get back into the play. That ball was thrown on a line when it should have been a touch pass that the receiver was able to float under in stride. Hopefully, McCarthy is able to learn to throw a touch pass if he can't, I really don't see him panning out at the next level. Viking fans need to understand this so that we are not placing unrealistic expectations on him as a fan base. This kid is not close to being ready to start in the NFL. Hope he can make the improvements he needs to make and learn the things he needs to learn. Sam Darnold should be the starter to begin the year. Honestly, wouldn't mind if Darnold is the guy this year, and we let McCarthy grow and develop for a whole year before we put him out there.

[@jon_trinks]

"athleticism in and out of the pocket, arm strength, and accuracy" Ummm, qualities that have all been used to descibe JJ.

[@Paula-mv8im]

One thing is for sure....KOC is not gonna play him until he's ready. That's why you get a bridge QB like Darnold.

[@danzinski1]

Second throw is a pick in the NFL. Come on KOC.

[@p4p107]

mark my words JJ will be the 5th best QB in this draft class

[@aricstradtmann9972]

Why did koc have to show jj highlights against my gophers that still hurts

[@WrathofDash]

A lot of the highlight reels I've seen are against my Huskers... lol. I'll forgive him if he helps us hoist that Jeromebardi!