Michigan’s JJ McCarthy, who won a national title this past college season, is the quarterback who has everyone’s draft board excited ahead of Thursday night’s start of the 2024 NFL Draft.
There are rumors that he is a true wild card and could move up to No. 2 with the Washington Commanders, or that a team like the Denver Broncos or Minnesota Vikings could move up to the top 10 to nab him. It’s swirling.
However, the New York Giants, who are No. 6 overall, are also rumored to want a quarterback and have even contacted the New England Patriots to see if No. 3 could make the jump.
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Michigan Wolverines quarterback JJ McCarthy trains during offseason training with 3D QB at a park in Huntington Beach, California on May 26, 2023. (Aubrey Rao/Getty Images)
Appearing on “The Rich Eisen Show” in Detroit on Wednesday, McCarthy was asked by the veteran broadcaster if he had any idea where he was headed in the draft.
He immediately mentioned New York.
“So I have some ideas,” McCarthy said. “The New York Giants are the team I’ve spent the most time with. They’re a phenomenal staff, I love the coaches.” [Brian] I love you, Dabol. [GM] Mr. [Joe] Shane, I love you [quarterbacks] coach [Shea] Tierney [offensive coordinator] Coach Kafka — Chicago guy.Just being able to get in there, Coach Daboll is from Alabama and he’s a coach, so he pretty much knows everything about installation [Josh] Gattis came to Michigan from Alabama. Formation, motion, play, everything else is similar.
“It was great to be able to make that installation happen. I met with them twice and just being a part of it at Easter was great. I’ve never done anything like that before, but it was so much fun.”
Is it possible that McCarthy inadvertently upset the Giants’ first-round draft plans?
The Giants never expected they would be in position to acquire a quarterback after signing Daniel Jones, the No. 6 overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft, to a four-year extension in March 2023.
But after he struggled until he suffered a season-ending torn ACL in a game against the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 9, there were reports that the Giants were interested in moving him on — preferably in a trade — after the 2024 season. may also opt out of the agreement).
JJ McCarthy of Michigan poses for a portrait at the Indiana Convention Center on February 29, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images)
But no one really knows what the Giants want to do, considering they would benefit from drafting an elite wide receiver. LSU’s Malik Nabors, Ohio State’s Marvin Harrison Jr. and Washington University’s Roma Odunze lead the pack there, as multiple QBs are expected to be taken early in the draft. , the Giants may have a chance to draft one of them to pair with Jones next season.
But it’s hard to overlook McCarthy, who has spent the most time in this draft process with the Giants. He said he also took one of his three personal visits with the Giants.
But after talking about the Giants, McCarthy mentioned recent visits with the New England Patriots and Washington Commanders, which were his other two personal visits.
“New England and Washington just came from there,” he told Eisen. “I love the energy in that building. You can feel the sense of urgency to rebuild, to come out on top, to be competitive.”
McCarthy also quickly mentioned the Broncos and Vikings.
“It would be an honor to play for any of these teams, but ultimately that’s the most fun part of this process. It’s their choice. I’m going to appreciate it and make the most of it wherever I go.” ” He said.
Michigan quarterback JJ McCarthy answers questions from the media during the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center on March 1, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Zack Bollinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
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Caleb Williams is projected to be taken No. 1 overall by the Chicago Bears, and UNC’s Drake Maye and LSU’s Jaden Daniels could be swapped around in the top five depending on which draft expert you talk to, but McCarthy’s The name will definitely be one to watch Thursday night. Detroit.
As a Michigan State product, McCarthy could add a “big” during the “Go Blue.”
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