BB.THE COMEBACK THAT CHANGES EVERYTHING: J.J. McCarthy Returns, and Wentz Can Feel the Pressure
The Minnesota Vikings are riding high after a thrilling, Carson Wentz-led, fourth-quarter comeback against the Cleveland Browns in London. But as the team heads into their Week 7 bye, a seismic shift looms on the horizon. The question on every Vikings fan’s mind: who will take the helm at quarterback when the Philadelphia Eagles roll into Minneapolis on October 19? Will it be the veteran Wentz, who’s proven he can still deliver in clutch moments, or the highly-touted rookie J.J. McCarthy, who’s itching to reclaim his spot after a high ankle sprain sidelined him since Week 2?
Wentz, ever the seasoned pro, is keeping his focus squarely on the present. “I’ve done plenty of looking ahead in my life. I’m done doing that,” he said post-game, savoring the victory. “I’m very much trying to live in the moment and appreciate the moment right now. I’m gonna enjoy this one, get healthy, and see what happens.” His words carry the weight of a man who’s been through the NFL’s ups and downs, but they also hint at uncertainty. Wentz knows the spotlight is shifting, and the shadow of McCarthy’s imminent return is growing larger.
