What happened: Head coach Kevin O'Connell announced the assignments Wednesday.

Why it matters: The backup role remains a week-to-week decision, leaving room for the order to change. [CBS Minnesota](https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/vikings-name-carson-wentz-backup-quarterback-j-j-mccarthy-as-qb-no-3-for-week-1/)

What to watch: Watch whether McCarthy moves into the primary backup role after the opener.