We're nearing the midway point of the 2025 NFL season, and the Minnesota Vikings may soon be on their third starting quarterback of the year. Coach Kevin O'Connell confirmed as much this week, admitting undrafted rookie Max Brosmer is "an option" in the event Carson Wentz can't stay on the field as J.J. McCarthy's replacement.

Justin Herbert and the Chargers opened the 2025 season with three straight wins including takedowns of AFC West rivals Denver and Kansas City. Life was good for Jim Harbaugh and his team. The balance of power in the division, if not also the conference appeared to be shifting.

Vikings linked to finally making a trade for QB Kirk Cousins originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The Minnesota Vikings are backed into a corner. J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz are both hurting, and neither quarterback has played particularly well when on the field.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is set to play against the Minnesota Vikings tonight. He is not on the injury report. Herbert has a

McCarthy is unavailable to play for the Minnesota Vikings Thursday, so veteran quarterback Carson Wentz will take over again.

The Vikings reportedly won't make a decision on their quarterback situation with J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz until they have to.

Carson Wentz will start at quarterback again for the Vikings on “Thursday Night Football,” while Justin Herbert will be a challenge for the Vikings defense at SoFi Stadium.

There are six teams on a bye in Week 8, including some top quarterbacks in Jared Goff, Matthew Stafford, Sam Darnold, Trevor Lawrence, and Kyler Murray. Rodgers is a great replacement option, and he should have a quality outing against Green Bay at home.