Overview
- At the break in Detroit, the Vikings are up 17-14 with McCarthy 10-of-16 for 85 yards, two touchdowns and one interception.
- Carson Wentz was placed on injured reserve and will miss the season after left-shoulder surgery, clearing the way for McCarthy’s start.
- Starting tackles Brian O’Neill and Christian Darrisaw were active after being listed questionable, a boost for a line that had allowed 28 sacks in seven games.
- Minnesota dressed only two quarterbacks, with undrafted rookie Max Brosmer backing up McCarthy and veteran John Wolford on the practice squad.
- The Vikings entered Week 9 at 3-4 with a difficult remaining schedule that heightens scrutiny of McCarthy’s performance and the team’s near-term decisions.