J.J. McCarthy took the Minnesota Vikings' quarterback mantle after missing his rookie season due to a torn meniscus in his right knee. Entering 2025 with high hopes, the team is 4-6 this season and 2-3 under him.Former Super Bowl champion Richard Sherman didn't hold back with his assessment of the quarterback following Sunday's 19-17 loss to the Chicago Bears."I’m old enough to remember the comments I got when I told folks I wasn’t sure if McCarthy was the answer and they let a good quarter fool them. 🤷🏾‍♂️ football isn’t an exact science by any means but when your set up with one of the best play callers in football and one of the best WRs usually success can be manufactured," Sherman tweeted.Sherman questioned his decision-making throughout the offseason. He doubted whether McCarthy possessed the required skill set and decision-making capability to succeed in Kevin O'Connell's offensive system. It generated significant pushback from Vikings media and the team's fans.McCarthy engineered a go-ahead touchdown drive with less than one minute remaining against Chicago. He threaded a pass to Jordan Addison in the end zone to give Minnesota a 17-16 lead and positioned the team for victory.However, special teams let the Vikings down, and the Bears returned the ensuing kickoff 56 yards down the field. It allowed the field goal attempt that sealed Chicago's comeback win.McCarthy completed 16 of 32 passes for 150 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions. For three-and-a-half quarters, he struggled to consistently move the offense.Justin Jefferson visibly upset with J.J. McCarthy's productionThe Vikings' Week 11 matchup with the Bears exposed J.J. McCarthy and the team's offensive struggles. Justin Jefferson expressed his frustration by slamming his helmet on the sideline bench.Despite being targeted nine times, Jefferson managed only five receptions for 61 yards with zero touchdowns. Only Jordan Addison found the end zone among the Vikings' receiving corps.Jefferson's frustration stemmed not just from his quiet performance but from the offense's struggles. Minnesota only scored 17 points, with 14 coming late in the fourth-quarter comeback attempt that fell short.