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Trio of key Vikings ruled out, with Adam Thielen unexpectedly inactive
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Trio of key Vikings ruled out, with Adam Thielen unexpectedly inactive

  • Adam Thielen is inactive for the Vikings' game against Seattle, as announced 90 minutes before kickoff.
  • J.J. McCarthy is out with a concussion, setting up Max Brosmer for his first NFL start.
  • Jonathan Greenard returns, giving the Vikings their top three edge rushers back on defense.
  • Left guard Donovan Jackson and left tackle Christian Darrisaw are out, moving Justin Skule to left tackle and Blake Brandel to left guard.
  • Two of the three questionable defensive players are active, including Jalen Redmond.
  • Max Brosmer will start at QB for Minnesota in Seattle.
  • The Vikings will deploy Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, Jalen Nailor, Tai Felton, and Myles Price at wide receiver.
  • The game is scheduled for 3:05 p.m. CT in Seattle.
  • John Wolford will serve as the No. 2 quarterback for Minnesota, with Brosmer starting.
  • The Vikings' injury updates and early reports are summarized in the SI Vikings coverage.
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Kevin O'Connell on J.J. McCarthy, benching Thielen, 4th and 1 call, more
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Kevin O'Connell on J.J. McCarthy, benching Thielen, 4th and 1 call, more

  • O'Connell called the 26-0 loss unacceptable and shouldered responsibility for the offensive showing.
  • The pivotal 4th-and-1 call at Seattle 4th quarter was criticized after Brosmer's interception return.
  • O'Connell said the run-pass option call aimed to gain momentum but failed due to pressure.
  • McCarthy remained in concussion protocol with hope for next week's return.
  • Adam Thielen was inactive for the game, a healthy scratch rather than due to injury.
  • O'Connell acknowledged offensive rhythm issues and overextension by players impacting execution.
  • Brosmer threw four interceptions as Minnesota started Brosmer in Seattle due to McCarthy's status.
  • The team faces uncertainty next week regarding players' availability, including Jones and Kelly.
  • O'Connell emphasized the need to limit what the team asks of players to regain rhythm.
  • The Vikings cited injuries around the offense including Ryan Kelly and Aaron Jones after the game.
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