Carson Wentz Starts for Vikings in Week 2 as Kyler Murray Remains in Concussion Protocol
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Updated · Fox News · Sep 18
Carson Wentz Starts for Vikings in Week 2 as Kyler Murray Remains in Concussion Protocol
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Sep 18
Summary
Sunday’s start against Chicago goes to Carson Wentz after coach Kevin O’Connell said Kyler Murray is still in concussion protocol following the opener.
Murray exited on Minnesota’s third possession against Green Bay, and Wentz led the comeback by completing 12 of 19 passes for 133 yards and three touchdowns without a turnover.
J.J. McCarthy remains behind Wentz on the depth chart despite entering the year in the starting competition, reinforcing Minnesota’s decision to elevate Wentz from No. 3 to No. 2 before Week 1.
The move is the Vikings’ 11th in-season quarterback switch under O’Connell in five years and could complicate Week 3 if Wentz beats the Bears and Murray is cleared.