What happened: Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell announced that Carson Wentz will start at quarterback this week. Starter Kyler Murray is managing a hamstring issue that O'Connell described as a week-to-week situation. The team opted to hold Murray out to prevent worsening the injury.

Why it matters: This marks the second starting assignment of the season for Wentz, who previously started in September at Chicago. The Vikings enter the contest following a 19-15 loss to the Detroit Lions in a tightly contested NFC North race where all four teams hold winning records.

What to watch: Minnesota will evaluate Murray's mobility and practice participation next week to determine his readiness. Wentz will direct the offense as the Vikings look to rebound from their Week 8 divisional loss.