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Vikings' McCarthy Downplays Hand Injury Ahead of Bears Game

11/13/2025

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J.J. McCarthy, Minnesota Vikings quarterback, has a bruised right hand after hitting it on a defender's helmet in the Baltimore Ravens game.
McCarthy and head coach Kevin O'Connell downplay the injury's impact on preparation for the game against the Chicago Bears.
He practiced with a padded hand.
He did not throw right-handed during practice.
There is no indication the injury will cause him to miss the game.

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J.J. McCarthy, Minnesota Vikings quarterback, has a bruised right hand after hitting it on a defender's helmet in the Baltimore Ravens game.
McCarthy and head coach Kevin O'Connell downplay the injury's impact on preparation for the game against the Chicago Bears.
He practiced with a padded hand.
He did not throw right-handed during practice.
There is no indication the injury will cause him to miss the game.