McCarthy injures right hand in win over Giants
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy suffered a right hand injury during Sunday's 16-13 win over the New York Giants.
McCarthy's X-ray came back negative, head coach Kevin O'Connell said postgame, according to Ben Goessling of The Minnesota Star Tribune. He'll have further testing Monday, a source told Goessling.
McCarthy sustained the injury during a sack-fumble late in the second quarter. Trainers tended to the signal-caller on the sideline before he headed to the locker room, where he was ruled out shortly after.
#Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy was in significant pain when trainers checked his hand after this play. Headed off the field early. Could be Max Brosmer time again for Minnesota. pic.twitter.com/smfQiWlvLF
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) December 21, 2025
Max Brosmer, an undrafted rookie who started in Week 13 due to McCarthy being sidelined with a concussion, took over in relief. He finished the day with 7 completions on 9 pass attempts for 52 yards.
McCarthy completed 9 of 14 passes for 108 yards with one interception versus New York. He added 20 yards on the ground, including a 12-yard rushing touchdown.
McCarthy, a 2024 first-round selection, has dealt with multiple injuries this season, including an ankle ailment that sidelined him for five contests.