Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell announced Carson Wentz will be the No. 2 backup QB on Sunday vs. the Packers and J.J. McCarth Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: Coach Kevin O'Connell announced the assignments. Wentz re-signed with Minnesota on a one-year, $3 million deal in March.

Why it matters: Wentz will be first in line if Minnesota needs to replace its starter against Green Bay.

What to watch: O'Connell said the backup assignment will be evaluated on a week-to-week basis.

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