Carson Wentz will start at QB vs. Bears in Week 2

Kevin O’Connell named Carson Wentz the Week 2 starter after Wentz’s three-touchdown relief outing in Week 1; the decision affects Week 2 game planning and the Vikings’ quarterback availability.

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- Coach Kevin O’Connell confirmed Carson Wentz will start at quarterback Sunday at Soldier Field.
- Wentz replaced Kyler Murray in Week 1 and threw three touchdown passes in relief.
- The decision gives Minnesota an experienced starter while Murray progresses through concussion protocol.
- Game-plan reps and first-team work shifted to Wentz this week per team practice reports.
- J.J. McCarthy is listed as the team’s backup for the game (per multiple outlets).
- The change affects matchups against Chicago’s defense and how Justin Jefferson will be targeted.

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