J.J. McCarthy flashed franchise upside in Week 1, guiding Minnesota to a comeback win while posting a 23.2 PPR score in many leagues. A rocky start gave way to precise late-game decisions and decisive rushing; the 11-yard run and 14-yard TD showcased rushing juice that can fuel fantasy ceilings even when passes don’t land early. With Addison and Darrisaw returning, the Vikings’ high-powered offense should unlock more passing volume, making McCarthy a viable Week 2 option and a long-term fantasy asset in red-hot, mobile-quarterback ecosystems.

Week 2 could cement the path for a top-10 fantasy QB in McCarthy thanks to elite rushing upside and a supporting cast that includes Jefferson, Addison, and Hockenson. His floor remains boosted by rushing yards, and the coaching staff appears willing to lean into his mobility. For fantasy managers, McCarthy is a must-watch: add if available, then ride the ceiling as the Vikings optimize pass protection and weapons around him.