Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy to Miss Several Weeks Due to Ankle Injury

J.J. McCarthy, the quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings, is expected to be out for several weeks due to an ankle sprain. This injury comes after he lost the starting position to Kyler Murray, as reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter.

McCarthy sustained the injury during the second week of the pre-season in a game against the Baltimore Ravens and subsequently missed the final pre-season game against the Denver Broncos. In his absence, veteran quarterback Carson Wentz will assume the backup role, while Max Brosmer will serve as the third-string quarterback.

McCarthy, who was selected as the 10th overall pick in the 2024 draft, had a challenging debut season last year, completing 5 of 10 passes for 81 yards before being removed from the game against the Ravens. His future with the Vikings may be uncertain, especially after missing his rookie season due to a torn meniscus.