The buzz surrounding former Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy continues to grow as reports suggest that he is highly regarded by many NFL teams. Despite not receiving much public attention, McCarthy's stock is apparently much higher than expected. Leading the Michigan Wolverines to a National Title under coach Jim Harbaugh has undoubtedly bolstered his profile.

McCarthy has been busy meeting with multiple NFL teams as they prepare for the upcoming draft in Detroit. Last week, he had a visit with the New York Giants, where he reportedly had dinner with the front office and toured their facilities. Now, the Washington Commanders are set to fly out to Ann Arbor, Michigan, to have dinner with McCarthy on Thursday, the night before his Pro Day.

The Commanders, who hold the #2 overall pick in this year's draft, have been widely anticipated to select a quarterback after finishing last season with a 4-13 record. While there are possibilities for trade opportunities, the team has remained tight-lipped throughout the offseason. Speculation suggests they may be interested in USC quarterback Caleb Williams, potentially trading up to secure him, or exploring trades to accumulate more draft capital.

Adam Peters, the Commanders' new general manager, and his staff have been diligently evaluating quarterback prospects. They previously interviewed McCarthy at the NFL Scouting Combine, the first in a series of meetings with multiple teams. However, the team's intentions regarding this year's QB crop are still uncertain, as it is Peters' debut as an NFL GM and owner Josh Harris's first full offseason.

The Commanders recently traded Sam Howell to the Seahawks after signing veteran quarterback Marcus Mariota in free agency. As the team needs to add at least one more quarterback to their roster before offseason activities commence, many expect them to select either LSU's Jayden Daniels or North Carolina's Drake Maye with the #2 pick.

McCarthy's meeting with the Commanders appears to be due diligence on the team's part, considering all possibilities, including potential trade offers. However, it is also possible that their evaluation of this year's quarterback class differs from the consensus of draft experts.

As the draft approaches, McCarthy's stock continues to rise, fueled by the interest shown by NFL teams. With the Giants and the Commanders both meeting with the talented quarterback, his future in the league is becoming more intriguing. Only time will tell where he ultimately ends up, but the anticipation surrounding his NFL destination is mounting.

[source: @BleacherReport]