Huddle Up: Brosmer appeared in a handful of games, but he isn't a long-term answer in the Twin Cities, even if the team decides McCarthy also isn't the guy. It wouldn't be shocking to see the team add a big-name free-agent QB, or draft another signal caller early. Brosmer isn't a recommended fantasy option in 2026.

Huddle Up: If McCarthy is done for the day, it would be a disappointing finish to an injury-riddled season. It's especially tough for Vikings fans, as last year's QB, Sam Darnold, steered the Seattle Seahawks to the No. 1 seed in the NFC, while Minnesota has missed the playoffs. The Vikings also had Daniel Jones in the building at the end of last season, and they let him walk, too. McCarthy might not be the long-term solution, and we'll see if they bring in a veteran or use a draft pick to address the situation heading into 2026. If McCarthy is the starter again, he is nothing more than a low-end QB2 in most fantasy leagues.

Huddle Up: Brosmer was barely able to move the ball through the air, but he did manage to avoid turnovers, allowing the defense to carry Minnesota to the win. That being said, throwing for just 51 yards is pitiful, and it looks like the Minnesota passing attack could be drawing dead as long as Brosmer is under center.

Huddle Up: As a result of Max Brosmer being named the starter for the Vikings in Week 17, you can avoid all the Vikings' offense in your fantasy lineups.

Huddle Up: Brosmer could end up starting the final two games of the season if McCarthy is unable to play, but he isn't someone to consider taking a chance on during the fantasy playoffs.

Huddle Up: The Vikings could elect to shut down McCarthy the rest of the season with nothing to play for. We'll keep an eye out for updates on his status, and the exact source and severity of the injury. But, when healthy, he is nothing more than a low-end QB2 in fantasy leagues anyway.

Huddle Up: Brosmer was making his first NFL start, and he looked every bit the part of an undrafted rookie. If J.J. McCarthy isn't ready to return for Week 14, it will be hard to trust any member of the Minnesota offense if Brosmer is under center once again.

Huddle Up: McCarthy will miss his sixth game of the season this weekend but has a chance to return to action in Week 14 versus the Washington Commanders, since he was able to participate in all three of Minnesota's practice sessions this week on a limited basis. Brosmer will be making the first start of his NFL career and is not a recommended option in any fantasy format.

Huddle Up: Brosmer completed 3-of-4 passes for 13 yards in mop-up duty against the Los Angeles Chargers in his most extensive action. The rookie, who played one season of Division I football at Minnesota, is a raw talent, but he is certainly not somebody to rely upon for fantasy purposes at this critical juncture of the season. If the rookie does start, that's bad news for fantasy managers of Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison and T.J. Hockenson, as there could be more erratic play under center.

Huddle Up: Brosmer is an undrafted rookie that wouldn't have much upside against the Los Angeles Chargers in a short week. If Wentz is healthy enough, he would be a meager QB2 option.