Vikings start Carson Wentz against Bills

Alex Smith called the quarterback move a 'slippery slope'.

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What happened: The Minnesota Vikings are starting Carson Wentz at quarterback for their matchup against the Buffalo Bills. ESPN analyst Alex Smith questioned the direction under center, calling the move a 'slippery slope' for Minnesota.

Why it matters: Minnesota is seeking to rebound after falling 19-15 to the Detroit Lions on Nov. 1. The quarterback change faces an immediate test against a Buffalo squad that recently secured a 36-10 victory over Baltimore.

By the numbers: Wentz has completed 23 of 39 passes for 276 yards and 3 touchdowns in 2 games during the 2026 season. Buffalo enters coming off a 36-10 win against Baltimore, while Minnesota dropped its previous game 19-15 at Detroit.

What to watch: Wentz will make his third appearance of the season as Minnesota takes on Buffalo.

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@espnNFL Nov 08, 2026 · 16:26 UTC

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