The rivalry matchup will have to wait as the Vikings and the Packers aren’t scheduled to face off until right before Thanksgiving. The playoff picture in the NFC North should be starting to come into focus by this time, so the game itself could be extremely important for both teams.

Having made it clear he is ready for the task of being a starting quarterback, J.J. McCarthy will be tasked with leading a Minnesota Vikings team that has high expectations into the 2025 season.