Vikings' J.J. McCarthy Placed in Concussion Protocol: Seattle Game in Jeopardy

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In a blow to the Minnesota Vikings' struggling offense, quarterback J.J. McCarthy has been placed in concussion protocol, casting doubt over his availability for the team's upcoming game against the Seattle Seahawks. The decision to put McCarthy in concussion protocol came after he reported symptoms during the team's flight home from a 23-6 loss to the Green Bay Packers. Coach Kevin O'Connell revealed that the medical staff made the decision to place McCarthy in the protocol after reviewing his situation, but they couldn't pinpoint a specific play that may have caused the injury. While O'Connell stopped short of ruling McCarthy out for the Seattle game, he did confirm that rookie quarterback Max Brosmer will take over as the first-string offense in practice this week. Brosmer, a journeyman quarterback with experience in O'Connell's system, was undrafted after a standout season at the FBS level. McCarthy's concussion is a setback for a player who has struggled to find his footing this season. He has been intercepted 10 times in six NFL starts and has the worst completion rate among all passers with 50 or more attempts. The Vikings will now rely on Brosmer, who has shown promise in practice, to lead the team in the absence of McCarthy. The Vikings are already dealing with the loss of quarterback Carson Wentz, who underwent shoulder surgery and is out for the remainder of the season. With John Wolford, a 30-year-old journeyman on the practice squad, as the only other quarterback on the roster, the team is facing a challenging situation. However, O'Connell expressed confidence in Brosmer's ability to prepare and perform under pressure.