Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy proved this week that Michigan's rivalry with Ohio State never takes a day off. McCarthy, the No. 10 pick from the 2024 NFL Draft, is gearing up for his first year as Minnesota's starting quarterback.

Former Michigan Wolverines quarterback J.J. McCarthy takes a jab at the Ohio State Buckeyes over their toughness.

There are some things that just never die. Hatred for a sports rival is most certainly one of them. For Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy, that sports rival is Ohio

After being forced to miss his entire rookie year due to a knee injury, McCarthy is set to be the team's starter this season. Sam Darnold left town in free agency and the Vikings opted to pass on veteran options to move forward with the former Michigan standout.

The Vikings took guard Donovan Jackson with the No. 24 pick in the draft this year hoping to bolster their offensive line to protect first year starter J.J. McCarthy. While the season is still a few weeks away, Jackson has already turned in one of the best offensive lineman highlights of the year.

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy will sit out Saturday's preseason game against the Patriots after a string of solid practice showings this week.