The Minnesota Vikings have had question marks surrounding the quarterback position this season. Minnesota opened the season with young quarterback J.J. McCarthy running the show, but between inconsistent play on the field and a high ankle sprain, McCarthy only started two games.
Veteran Carson Wentz has assumed the role of the starter since, but left Sunday’s loss to the Philadelphia Eagles banged up. McCarthy is on the mend, but still isn’t 100%, leading many to wonder who would start against the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday night.
McCarthy detailed him doing all he can to work his way back onto the field ahead of the Eagles game.
It’s unfortunate and one of those really annoying injuries,” McCarthy said, “but I’m just continuing to work to get to 100 percent as fast as possible.”
“I’m striving every day to get there as fast as possible,” he assured.
Head coach Kevin O’Connell has now made his final decision on who will get the nod against the Chargers, according to one prominent insider.
“Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell announced that once again, QB Carson Wentz will start and Max Brosmer will be the backup. JJ McCarthy went through a workout and is not quite there yet. So it’s Wentz against the #Chargers on TNF,” Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported on Tuesday.
It’ll be interesting to see how Wentz looks on Thursday and if an impressive showing wins him the starting job in the long-term.
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