Minnesota Vikings Strengthen QB Depth by Re-signing Carson Wentz
The Minnesota Vikings have made a significant move to enhance their quarterback lineup by re-signing veteran Carson Wentz to a one-year deal, as announced on Thursday. This decision comes on the heels of the club's earlier acquisition of Kyler Murray in free agency, setting the stage for a competitive battle with J.J. McCarthy for the starting position. Wentz, now 33, originally joined the Vikings last August, serving as a backup to McCarthy. However, after McCarthy's injury, Wentz stepped into the starting role, leading the team to a 2-3 record over five starts. He recorded a completion rate of 65.1% and achieved a passer rating of 85.8, despite battling a shoulder injury sustained during a Week 5 game against the Cleveland Browns in London. Key statistics from Wentz’s five starts in 2025 include: Weeks 3-5: 2-1, 69.0% completion, 253.0 passing yards per game, 5 TDs, 2 INTs, 99.5 passer rating Weeks 7-8: 0-2, 59.4% completion, 228.5 passing yards per game, 1 TD, 3 INTs, 65.9 passer rating Had Wentz remained healthy, the narrative surrounding Minnesota's eventual 9-8 season could have been very different, potentially leading them to the playoffs. With Wentz back in the fold, he is expected to play a crucial role as a veteran backup while Murray and McCarthy compete for the starting job this summer.
Source: CBS Sports - 2026-03-19