Carson Wentz's Performance Sparks Potential Vikings QB Debate

WHO:

Pro Football Network - An ESPN report states that the Minnesota Vikings are unhappy with the maturity level of quarterback J.J. McCarthy.

Heavy NFL - The Minnesota Vikings, Kyler Murray, J.J. McCarthy, Carson Wentz

Pro Football Network - Mike Florio

WHAT:

Heavy NFL - If the Vikings decide to give Kyler Murray a week off to recover from his concussion, Carson Wentz will be QB1.

Heavy NFL - If Kyler Murray cannot play, Carson Wentz will be QB1 for the Vikings in their Week 2 game against the Chicago Bears.

Heavy NFL - If Kyler Murray cannot play, Carson Wentz will start in the Week 2 game against the Chicago Bears.

Pro Football Network - Mike Florio stated, "It’s Gonna Be Very Hard to Take Carson Wentz Off the Field" if he continues to perform well while Kyler Murray is recovering.

Heavy NFL - Kyler Murray was named the starting quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings on August 12.

Heavy NFL - Carson Wentz was named the backup quarterback for the Vikings.

Pro Football Network - Mike Florio suggested that Carson Wentz could complicate the Vikings' quarterback plans if he continues to win games.

WHERE:

Heavy NFL - Minnesota Vikings

WHEN:

Heavy NFL - The Vikings are preparing for their Week 2 game against the Chicago Bears on Sept. 20.

Heavy NFL - Kyler Murray suffered a concussion and has been limited in practice this week, leaving open the possibility that he could play in the game on Sept. 20.

Heavy NFL - The Vikings are uncertain about who will start at quarterback in Week 2.

Heavy NFL - Kyler Murray was named the starting quarterback on August 12.

WHY:

Pro Football Network - Mike Florio believes Carson Wentz could complicate the Vikings' QB plans if he keeps winning while Kyler Murray recovers.

Heavy NFL - Carson Wentz's experience and J.J. McCarthy's lack of command contributed to Wentz being named the backup quarterback.

HOW:

Heavy NFL - Carson Wentz did not receive any first-team reps throughout training camp.

The Minnesota Vikings are reportedly dissatisfied with the maturity level of quarterback J.J. McCarthy, according to an ESPN report. If the team opts to give Kyler Murray a week off to recover from his concussion, Carson Wentz will step in as the starting quarterback. Mike Florio suggests that Wentz's potential success could complicate the Vikings' quarterback plans during Murray's recovery.