Overview
- Head coach Kevin O’Connell said J.J. McCarthy entered the NFL concussion protocol after reporting symptoms following the Week 12 loss, and multiple reports say he is not expected to play in Seattle though he has not been officially ruled out.
- Max Brosmer, an undrafted rookie with eight regular-season pass attempts, is preparing for his first NFL start as O’Connell publicly voiced confidence in his readiness.
- McCarthy was limited in practice midweek after experiencing symptoms on the flight home from Green Bay, where he threw for 87 yards with two interceptions and was sacked five times.
- The Vikings are 4-7 and last in the NFC North, and McCarthy’s six starts have produced a 54% completion rate with six touchdowns and 10 interceptions, intensifying scrutiny of the position.
- With depth thin and 2025 now viewed as an evaluation stretch, league reporting and analyst commentary suggest Minnesota could pursue a veteran or bridge option in 2026, with names such as Joe Flacco, Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson floated as possibilities.