The Minnesota Vikings are facing a crucial question following the injury to their starting quarterback, J.J. McCarthy. With McCarthy sidelined for up to a month due to a sprained ankle, the team's backup, Carson Wentz, will step into the starting role. But the focus is shifting to an intriguing possibility: the potential debut of undrafted rookie Max Brosmer.
Brosmer, a standout from the University of Minnesota, is the only backup quarterback from the offseason program and training camp who made the 53-man roster. While the Vikings clearly have high hopes for him, he's not yet ready for prime time. Wentz, with his extensive experience of 94 career regular-season starts, offers a far more seasoned alternative, at least for now.
This situation echoes a similar scenario from two years ago. Wentz will likely remain the starter unless he falters significantly or the Vikings acquire another veteran quarterback. Unless a new addition is made, Brosmer remains the only other option on the roster.
The Vikings' season hangs in the balance. McCarthy, despite showing promise in limited appearances, has faced inconsistency. His injury, although likely affecting his recent performance, has prompted questions from fans. Some are already questioning the team's offseason decisions, wondering if they should have held onto quarterbacks like Sam Darnold or Daniel Jones, pursued Aaron Rodgers, or even retained Kirk Cousins.
The possibility of a Cousins reunion remains. If McCarthy's struggles persist upon his return, the Vikings will have until the Tuesday following Week 9 to consider bringing Cousins back for a potential season-saving move in 2025. The upcoming weeks will be critical in determining the Vikings' season trajectory and the role, if any, Max Brosmer will play in their future.
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Originally published at: https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/with-j-j-mccarthy-out-up-to-a-month-will-vikings-eventually-turn-to-max-brosmer
