NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy will not be ready to play Week 8 as he recovers from an ankle sprain, and QB Carson Wentz will get another start. Pelissero adds the team put McCarthy through an on-field workout on Tuesday morning and was encouraged, but they think “he’s just not there” for a short week with a game Thursday. Additionally, Pelissero … [Read more...] about Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy Not Ready For Week 8, Carson Wentz Will Start Again
NFC Notes: Matt LaFleur, Micah Parsons, Carson Wentz, Packers, Vikings
Packers Despite some recent glimpses from first-round WR Matthew Golden, Packers HC Matt LaFleur isn’t looking to force targets to any specific player and allowing him to make plays when the opportunities arise. “I don’t think it’s necessarily premeditated,” LaFleur said. “I think he’s got confidence in whoever’s in the right spot. I would tell you that he’s going to him based … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Matt LaFleur, Micah Parsons, Carson Wentz, Packers, Vikings
NFC Notes: J.J. McCarthy, Caleb Williams, Bears, Packers, Vikings
Bears A season after their last-second loss in Washington, the Bears overcame a 13-point deficit to beat the Commanders in Week 6. Chicago QB Caleb Williams explained the importance of that win in his hometown in a place with horrible memories from just a year ago. “It felt great,” Williams said, via Grant Gordon of NFL.com. “Back in the hometown, obviously. Being able to come … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: J.J. McCarthy, Caleb Williams, Bears, Packers, Vikings
NFC Notes: Alim McNeill, Caleb Williams, Bears, Lions, Vikings
Bears Hall of Famer and ESPN broadcaster Troy Aikman had some criticism about the Bears and QB Caleb Williams in Monday Night’s 25-24 win over the Commanders. When asked about Aikman’s comments, HC Ben Johnson responded that any way they can win is fine with him. “It sounded like from that game the other night, a few people weren’t particular pleased with how we’re winning … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Alim McNeill, Caleb Williams, Bears, Lions, Vikings
Vikings Name QB Carson Wentz Week 7 Starter, J.J. McCarthy Emergency Backup
Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell named QB Carson Wentz their starter, as expected, for Week 7 against the Eagles. Carson Wentz will start at QB on Sunday. Max Brosmer will serve as the backup and J.J. McCarthy will be the emergency 3rd QB. pic.twitter.com/KcV3LkjGI7 — Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) October 17, 2025 O’Connell added that J.J. McCarthy will serve as their emergency … [Read more...] about Vikings Name QB Carson Wentz Week 7 Starter, J.J. McCarthy Emergency Backup