Archive · 22 Dec 2025
Vikings QB JJ McCarthy Out with Hand Injury
JJ McCarthy, the quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings, got hurt in a game against the New York Giants.
He was hit hard by a player named Brian Burns, and it hurt his right hand, which he uses to throw the ball.
Because of the injury, he couldn't finish the game, and another player, Max Brosmer, had to play instead.
The injury happened when McCarthy fumbled the ball, and a Giants player scored a touchdown.
McCarthy had to leave the game, and the Vikings said he wouldn't be playing anymore in that game.
It's another tough injury for the Vikings team.
JJ McCarthy injured his right hand in Week 16 against the Giants.
The injury occurred during a sack attempt by Brian Burns.
McCarthy fumbled, leading to a Giants touchdown.
He did not return to the game, ruled out by the Vikings.
Max Brosmer took over as the backup quarterback.
- Who
- JJ McCarthy, Minnesota Vikings quarterback
- What
- Injury to right hand
- When
- During Week 16 game against New York Giants
- Where
- At the game venue
- Why
- Hit by Giants edge rusher Brian Burns
- Player
- JJ McCarthy
- Team
- Minnesota Vikings
- Opponent
- New York Giants
- Injury
- Right-hand injury
- Game
- Week 16
- Backup
- Max Brosmer
- Injury Cause
- Hit by Brian Burns
- Result
- Fumble, touchdown allowed