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Vikings Rule Out Three Offensive Starters as McCarthy’s Hand Fracture Elevates Brosmer for Christmas Day vs. Lions

Undrafted rookie Max Brosmer steps in at quarterback after J.J. McCarthy’s throwing-hand fracture.

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Minnesota Vikings running back Jordan Mason (27) rushes the ball against the Washington Commanders during the second half at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Vikings’ final injury report rules out TE T.J. Hockenson (shoulder), RB Jordan Mason (ankle) and C Ryan Kelly (concussion) for Thursday’s game.
  • Head coach Kevin O’Connell confirmed McCarthy sustained a hairline fracture in his throwing hand and will miss the matchup with Detroit.
  • Brosmer, a rookie with five appearances and one start, is expected to play after going 7-of-9 for 52 yards in second-half relief against the Giants last week.
  • His lone start this season came in a 26-0 loss at Seattle on Nov. 30, when he threw four interceptions while completing 19 of 30 passes for 126 yards.
  • The NFC North meeting is set for U.S. Bank Stadium with Minnesota at 7-8 and Detroit at 8-7, as the Vikings also list RT Brian O’Neill as questionable.