Summary
The Minnesota Vikings lost to the Los Angeles Chargers, 37-10. After the loss, Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell announced that J.J. McCarthy will return as starting quarterback if he is healthy, replacing Carson Wentz.
Key Facts
- The Vikings lost 37-10 to the Los Angeles Chargers on "Thursday Night Football."
- Carson Wentz has been the Vikings' quarterback while J.J. McCarthy was injured.
- Wentz has recorded 1,216 passing yards, six touchdowns, and five interceptions in five games.
- The Vikings are 3-4 for the season and are last in the NFC North division.
- Head coach Kevin O'Connell stated J.J. McCarthy will start against the Detroit Lions if he is healthy.
- McCarthy had been out since Week 2 with a high-ankle sprain.
- The Vikings aim to improve their playoff chances with McCarthy playing instead of Wentz.
