Overview

• Coach Kevin O’Connell confirmed Wentz will start Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium against Cincinnati.
• Wentz becomes the first NFL player to start for six different teams in six consecutive seasons and is making his first meaningful start since 2022.
• McCarthy is expected to miss two to four weeks with a high-ankle sprain suffered in the Week 2 loss to Atlanta.
• Minnesota’s depth chart shifts with undrafted rookie Max Brosmer as the primary backup and Desmond Ridder signed to the active roster for added depth.
• The Bengals will start Jake Browning with Joe Burrow out after toe surgery, as the Vikings offense seeks improvement amid injuries and suspensions.