Joshua Dobbs to Remain as Vikings' Starting Quarterback Despite Recent Struggles
Coach Kevin O'Connell expresses confidence in Dobbs as the team faces a challenging remaining schedule in their playoff pursuit.
- Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell announced that Joshua Dobbs will remain the team's starting quarterback for their upcoming game against the Las Vegas Raiders.
- Dobbs was traded to the Vikings from the Arizona Cardinals after the Vikings' starting quarterback, Kirk Cousins, suffered a season-ending Achilles injury.
- Despite leading the Vikings to victories in his first two games, Dobbs has struggled in recent games, throwing four interceptions in a loss to the Chicago Bears before the team's bye week.
- O'Connell stated that he believes Dobbs is the best option for the team at this time, and that he is confident in Dobbs' abilities.
- The Vikings, currently 6-6, are in sixth place in the NFC playoff picture and face a challenging remaining schedule.