The offseason for the Minnesota Vikings has taken a significant turn with J.J. McCarthy's return to practice, marking a highly anticipated moment after his meniscus injury last year. Fans have eagerly shared videos of the young quarterback's performance, yet head coach Kevin O'Connell, while optimistic, admitted he wasn't fully apprised of McCarthy's progress due to NFL offseason regulations that limit coach-player interactions in early training sessions.

O'Connell revealed his anticipation to see McCarthy's development firsthand during the next phase of workouts. He expressed confidence in his players and mentioned gathering insights from teammates like Jordan Addison and T.J. Hockenson about how the session went. The Vikings are making the most of these unique offseason regulations, preparing for a competitive season ahead.