"There are an incredible number of high-profile injuries around the NFL just two weeks into the season. The Washington Commanders are dealing with their fair share, which also includes superstar quarterback Jayden Daniels after he suffered a sprained knee against the Green Bay Packers. The Commanders aren't alone. Several teams have seen their playoff aspirations dented or, in the Cincinnati Bengals' case, eviscerated entirely. But health concerns for some mean opportunities for others."
"Carson Wentz was Ron Rivera's biggest swing to solve Washington's ongoing riddle at football's most pivotal position. It didn't take long to realize that this was going to blow up in his face. The signal-caller fluffed his lines, and the Commanders released him after just one season."
"After stops with the Los Angeles Rams and Kansas City Chiefs, the Minnesota Vikings signed Wentz late in the summer after trading Sam Howell, another failed Rivera experiment. He was tasked with backing up J.J. McCarthy, but another disappointing injury to the first-round pick thrust him into another starting chance. McCarthy is expected to miss anywhere between 2 and 4 weeks with an ankle sprain suffered against the Atlanta Falcons. The Vikings aren't planning to make any significant adjustments, which means Wentz gets one final audition to prove he can be a dependable starting option."
Numerous high-profile injuries have struck the NFL early in the season, including Jayden Daniels' sprained knee for the Washington Commanders. Injuries have damaged playoff hopes for several teams and created opportunities for others. Carson Wentz, previously released by Washington after a poor season, joined the Minnesota Vikings following stops with the Rams and Chiefs. Wentz was signed to back up rookie J.J. McCarthy but will start while McCarthy misses 2 to 4 weeks with an ankle sprain. The Vikings plan no significant schematic changes, presenting Wentz a final audition with strong playmakers and coach Kevin O'Connell. Wentz's erratic decision-making and pressure issues remain concerns.
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