Vikings Plan to Turn to J.J. McCarthy in Week 9

Vikings plan to turn to J.J. McCarthy in Week 9

Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell took most of the blame for Minnesota's 27-point loss to the Chargers on Thursday and expects to hand the ball back to quarterback J.J. McCarthy as part of the rebound plan.

Kevin O’Connell makes major JJ McCarthy decision after Vikings’ ‘TNF’ loss

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell confirmed after Thursday's Week 8 loss when QB J.J. McCarthy would make his return.

J.J. McCarthy's Injury: When Will Vikings Quarterback Play?

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy is still recovering from a high-ankle sprain and will miss Thursday Night Football against the Chargers. Here’s the latest on his injury, recovery progress, and when fans can expect him back under center.

When will J.J. McCarthy return? Injury update, timeline for Vikings QB

J.J. McCarthy continues to work his way back from an ankle injury. Here's a look at when he could return.

NFL News: Vikings plan to turn to J.J. McCarthy in Week 9

Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell took most of the blame for Minnesota’s 27-point loss to the Chargers on Thursday and expects to hand the ball back to quarterback J.J. McCarthy as part of the rebound plan. “We got outplayed. We got outcoached,” O’Connell said Thursday night. “There are no excuses. Injuries, short week, whatever. It […]

JJ McCarthy might be the healthiest injured quarterback in NFL history

JJ McCarthy might be the healthiest “injured” quarterback in NFL history, and it’s starting to feel like everyone in Minnesota thinks we’re stupid. We’re now six weeks into whatever bizarre hostage situation the Vikings are running at quarterback, and I’m calling bullshit. They can dress it up as a “high ankle sprain” all they want, but anyone with a functioning set of eyes can see McCarthy is fine. Better than fine. The guy was bouncing around …