"After missing his entire rookie season due to injury, J.J. McCarthy was healthy for Week 1 in 2025. He made his first start for the Minnesota Vikings. McCarthy pulled off an upset win, 27-24, vs. the Chicago Bears. During a Week 2 loss to the Falcons, J.J. McCarthy suffered an ankle injury. The 22-year-old was ruled out for 2-5 weeks due to the injury. In his place, Carson Wentz has started for the Vikings."
"Early in the 2025 season, Minnesota's offense is missing several key players. For their Week 5 matchup vs. the Browns, the Vikings are without three starting offensive linemen and one backup. That includes Ryan Kelly, Brian O'Neil, Donovan Jackson, and Michael Jurgens. Starting RB Aaron Jones is on the IR due to a hamstring injury. Additionally, QB J.J. McCarthy will miss his third consecutive game due to injury in Week 5."
"The young QB is dealing with an ankle injury. Head coach Kevin O'Connell said the team is "looking forward" to having McCarthy back at practice. He noted they do not want to rush McCarthy back too soon and risk further injury. That's likely why Carson Wentz is getting the nod again in Week 5. He's making his third consecutive start for the Minnesota Vikings."
J.J. McCarthy missed his entire rookie season due to injury and returned as the Minnesota Vikings' Week 1 starter in 2025, leading a 27-24 upset over the Chicago Bears. He suffered an ankle injury during the Week 2 loss to the Falcons and was initially ruled out for 2-5 weeks. Carson Wentz replaced him and has started subsequent games. The Vikings travel to London for a Week 5 matchup against the Browns, and McCarthy was ruled out of that game, marking his third consecutive missed game. Multiple offensive linemen and RB Aaron Jones are also sidelined. Head coach Kevin O'Connell emphasized caution about rushing McCarthy back to avoid further injury.
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