The Minnesota Vikings will turn to Carson Wentz at quarterback for Sunday’s divisional game against the Chicago Bears after Kyler Murray was ruled out with a concussion.
Wentz takes over against Chicago
- Murray sustained the concussion during Minnesota’s Week 1 matchup with the Green Bay Packers.
- Wentz entered that game and helped the Vikings secure a 39-22 win.
- Head coach Kevin O’Connell confirmed that Murray will not be available Sunday and named Wentz the starter against the Bears.
- J.J. McCarthy will be active as Wentz’s backup.
Wentz completed 12 of 19 passes for 133 yards and three touchdowns after taking over against Green Bay. The veteran now gets a full week of preparation for a key NFC North contest in Chicago.
Minnesota’s offense will again be without its intended QB1, but Wentz’s relief performance against the Packers gives the Vikings an experienced option as they seek to start the season with another division victory.
