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J.J. McCarthy is looking forward to getting another chance at quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings. After missing five games because of a severely sprained ankle, McCarthy is expected to return Sunday against the Detroit Lions.
Carson Wentz made it clear the Vikings didn't force or pressure him to play through a shoulder injury that ultimately proved season-ending.
This article originally appeared on Vikings Wire: Minnesota Vikings' Wednesday practice report: Andrew Van Ginkel is back
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McCarthy will be making his return in a crucial game for the Vikings, who have slipped to 3-4 this season, but remain 1-0 in NFC North play. A win over the Lions would be major for Minnesota making sure their season doesn’t start to slip away from them.
If the Falcons do trade Kirk Cousins, his former team, the Vikings, would be the only fit, per an insider.
Leading up to the Week 7 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, McCarthy returned to practice for the first time as a limited participant and remained limited through Week 8. However, on Wednesday, ahead of the Vikings’ matchup with the Lions, McCarthy was finally listed as a full participant in practice.