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Shannon Sharpe's recent comments on ESPN's "First Take" center on protecting the Minnesota Vikings' investment in J.J. McCarthy.
Sharpe, a legendary NFL tight end with three Super Bowl championships and eight Pro Bowl selections, brings a deep insider perspective to the quarterback conversation.
The comments emerged during a segment on Monday's episode where Sharpe directly challenged the notion of keeping Sam Darnold beyond the 2024 season.
"No, you just invested a top 10 pick at J.J. McCarthy," Sharpe said. "There's no guarantee. If J.J. McCarthy hadn't got hurt, Sam Darnold wouldn't even see the field. Absolutely not. You believe Sam Darnold was the guy of the future. That's why you drafted him."
