Vikings' J.J. McCarthy Lands in Concussion Protocol After Reporting Head Symptoms
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Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy has been placed in concussion protocol after experiencing symptoms on the team's flight home from their 23-6 loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. Coach Kevin O'Connell revealed that McCarthy reported some head-related issues, prompting the team to have him evaluated. Following the examination, the medical staff decided to place him in concussion protocol, a precautionary measure to ensure his safety. McCarthy's season has been marred by injuries, including a torn meniscus that forced him to miss his entire rookie year and a high ankle sprain that kept him out for five games this season. Despite this, he has managed six touchdown passes and 10 interceptions in his six starts this year. The Vikings' loss to the Packers has put them at 4-7 for the season, with McCarthy's performance in the game being particularly underwhelming. He threw for a season-low 87 yards, no touchdowns, and two interceptions, and was sacked five times. With Carson Wentz out for the season, rookie Max Brosmer will take over as the starting quarterback if McCarthy fails to clear the concussion protocol. The Vikings will face the Seattle Seahawks in their next game on Sunday.
