October 27, 2025
ANALYSISWentz played the majority of snaps in Minnesota's last five games with
J.J. McCarthy (ankle) working his way back from a multi-week injury, but the veteran was clearly playing through pain during last Thursday's 37-10 loss to the Chargers. Per
Dane Mizutani of the St. Paul Pioneer Press, the Vikings have officially placed Wentz on IR. The
transaction confirms that McCarthy will start Sunday's road matchup against the Lions, if healthy, and leaves
Max Brosmer in position to handle No. 2 quarterback duties for Minnesota.