Summary
During a game against the New York Giants, Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy suffered a right-hand injury, causing him to leave the game. He had been playing well before the injury despite previous health setbacks earlier in the season. Backup quarterback Max Brosmer took over to maintain the team's lead.
Key Facts
- Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy was injured in a game against the New York Giants.
- McCarthy was hurt after being hit by Giants player Brian Burns, leading to a fumble and a touchdown by Giants safety Tyler Nubin.
- Before the injury, McCarthy had completed 9 of 14 passes for 108 yards with one interception and a fumble.
- This injury marks McCarthy's third health setback this season, following previous knee and concussion injuries.
- Backup Max Brosmer replaced McCarthy in the second half of the game.
- Brosmer started a previous game in Week 14, which the Vikings lost to the Seattle Seahawks without scoring.
- The Vikings have a record of 6 wins and 8 losses entering Week 16.
