EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings will start rookie Max Brosmer at quarterback on Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks after J.J. McCarthy’s practice time was limited all week by the concussion protocol .

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Coach Kevin O’Connell made the announcement after practice on Friday that McCarthy is out against the Seahawks. Journeyman John Wolford, who is on the practice squad, will be the backup to Brosmer.

“I have a ton of confidence in Max,” O’Connell said.

McCarthy reported symptoms during the team’s flight home from Green Bay last week. The 10th overall pick in the 2024 draft, who missed his entire rookie year after knee surgery, sat out five games earlier this season with a sprained ankle. His struggles through six care

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