Harbaugh’s Bold Prediction: McCarthy Could Go No. 1
In a surprising turn of events, both J.J. McCarthy and Jim Harbaugh will have a presence in the NFL this upcoming season. McCarthy, Michigan’s star quarterback, declared for the draft shortly after their victorious season. Meanwhile, Harbaugh has secured a head coaching position with an undisclosed team.
While McCarthy’s draft stock has been fluctuating, many experts believe he has the potential to be a first-round pick. However, Harbaugh has gone a step further in his praise for McCarthy. During an interview, he confidently stated, “Don’t be surprised if he goes all the way to No. 1 quarterback off the board.”
This statement implies that McCarthy might surpass Caleb Williams, who has long been considered the consensus top pick for over a year. McCarthy faces tough competition in a stacked quarterback class that includes notable names like Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, Michael Penix Jr., and Bo Nix. Nevertheless, according to Harbaugh, McCarthy possesses the elusive “it-factor.”
Harbaugh elaborated further, highlighting McCarthy’s exceptional throwing ability, athleticism, and impeccable interview skills. He emphasized that McCarthy’s young age of 21 only adds to his potential. Harbaugh boldly declared, “Mark my words, don’t be surprised when he’s maybe the No. 1 quarterback off the board.”
Corum Joins the Chorus of Praise for McCarthy
Former Michigan running back Blake Corum also had nothing but praise for McCarthy when speaking with Fox News Digital last month. According to Corum, McCarthy is a phenomenal quarterback who is constantly striving to improve. Corum confidently proclaimed, “Whatever round he gets drafted, I think he’s a first-rounder for sure, great quarterback, great leader.”
Corum’s admiration for McCarthy didn’t stop there. He even went as far as predicting a long and illustrious career for the young quarterback. “I think he’ll have a super-long career. Maybe a first-ballot Hall of Famer, we’ll see,” Corum exclaimed.
Impressive Stats Cement McCarthy’s Potential
McCarthy’s statistics from his two seasons as Michigan’s full-time starter only solidify the belief in his NFL potential. In 29 games, he completed an outstanding 68.5% of his passes, accumulating 5,710 yards, 44 touchdowns, and a mere nine interceptions.
As the NFL draft approaches, all eyes will be on J.J. McCarthy, waiting to see if he can live up to the high expectations set by Harbaugh, Corum, and the rest of the football world. Follow Fox News Digital’s coverage and stay tuned to witness McCarthy’s journey unfold.