Quarterback J.J. McCarthy had an outstanding career at Michigan, and his chances of success in the NFL appear to be good as well.
McCarthy had a 27-1 record as a starter, a career completion percentage of 68, 6,226 passing yards, 49 passing touchdowns, 11 interceptions, 632 rushing yards, and 10 rushing touchdowns.
McCarthy’s draft stock is rising following an impressive performance at the NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday. At this moment, the question isn’t whether McCarthy will be drafted in the first round or even in the top ten; rather, is he a top-six pick? The answer is yes.
Highlights from @UMichFootball QB @jjmccarthy09's throwing session at the #NFLCombine! pic.twitter.com/Afq5B3NQx3
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An excellent leader with a good attitude. Anyone who has met McCarthy or spent any time with him knows that he is a rare breed of human. He has a naturally infectious energy, but he’s also a gamer who enjoys football and would go to any length to win.
Top-tier arm skill. McCarthy may not have been expected to push the ball down the field as much at Michigan, but he can sling it deep and throw to any quadrant of the field with power or touch.
A winner through and through. McCarthy earned a national championship with IMG Academy in 2020 after going 36-2 as a starter in high school. Then he went 27-1 at Michigan as a starter and won.
