Overview
- O’Connell told reporters McCarthy will start in Detroit on November 2 if he is medically cleared.
- NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported the team expects McCarthy back after seven weeks recovering from a high-ankle sprain.
- The Vikings are 3-4 and will pivot back to their starter after Carson Wentz went 2-2 with five touchdowns and four interceptions.
- McCarthy’s early-season play drew criticism, including a 67.2 passer rating before his injury.
- With the trade deadline nearing, unconfirmed reports say Minnesota is taking calls on TE T.J. Hockenson, with the Rams and Broncos linked and a speculative 2026 third-round offer mentioned for Denver.