EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Carson Wentz will start at quarterback again this week for the Minnesota Vikings, his fourth straight game subbing for the recovering J.J. McCarthy .

Coach Kevin O'Connell made the announcement after practice Friday, saying he feels good about McCarthy's rehab. But the 2024 first-round draft pick will serve as the emergency quarterback behind Wentz and backup Max Brosmer.

“I was proud of the way he attacked this week,” O'Connell said. “Although he knows he's not quite all the way there yet, he's progressing in a really good way.”

McCarthy took part on a limited basis this week, his first practices since suffering a high sprain of his right ankle during his second career start on Sept. 14.

Wentz will start on Sunday against Philadelphia , the team that drafted hi

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