Carson Wentz to Undergo Season-Ending Surgery on Shoulder

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Carson Wentz will undergo season-ending surgery on his left shoulder, as confirmed by a source to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Following this news, the Vikings placed Wentz on injured reserve, marking an abrupt end to his season.

Wentz has been filling in as the starting quarterback for the Vikings, having started the last five games while regular starter J.J. McCarthy recovered from a high ankle sprain. McCarthy is anticipated to reclaim his position as the starting quarterback as early as this Sunday when the Vikings face the Detroit Lions.

Despite his efforts, Wentz recorded a 2-3 win-loss record as the team’s starter. He played through considerable discomfort from a significant shoulder injury that became increasingly evident during a recent game. In a 37-10 defeat against the Los Angeles Chargers last Thursday, Wentz described the pain he experienced as potentially the most intense he has felt during a football game. He attributed this to the quick turnaround for the game, which was played just days after a previous match.

The Vikings will now look to rookie Max Brosmer as their backup quarterback while McCarthy prepares for his return. Wentz’s surgery will necessitate a lengthy rehabilitation period, impacting the team’s depth at the quarterback position as they navigate the remainder of the season.