Minnesota Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy is expected to miss Sunday’s Week 3 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals due to an ankle injury. The rookie signal-caller has been limited throughout the week and, according to reports, is unlikely to be available when the Vikings take the field.
McCarthy’s absence would hand the offense to veteran Carson Wentz. While Wentz brings leadership, the loss of McCarthy takes away the mobility and upside the rookie has shown in flashes through his first starts.
The Vikings will need to rely heavily on their ground game and star wideout Justin Jefferson to keep pace with the Bengals’ explosive offense. McCarthy’s recovery timeline remains uncertain, and his status for Week 4 will be something to watch closely.
