Ex-Michigan QB expected to start against Detroit Lions this week

Lions expecting Vikings to start ex-Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy

Allen Park — As the Detroit Lions prepare to play the Minnesota Vikings in their return from the bye week this Sunday, head coach Dan Campbell said he’s expecting the visitors to start former Michigan star J.J. McCarthy at quarterback.

Carson Wentz to IR; J.J. McCarthy could start

The Minnesota Vikings announced Carson Wentz would have season-ending shoulder surgery, which means J.J. McCarthy might start against Detroit.

Ex-Michigan QB expected to start against Detroit Lions this week

ALLEN PARK -- J.J. McCarthy is expected to make his return from a five-game absence for the Minnesota Vikings in Detroit this weekend.

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