Minnesota Vikings First Injury Report: Update on J.J. McCarthy’s broken hand, along with Jordan Love and Malik Willis

The first injury report for the Minnesota Vikings is out, and it’s highlighted by starters J.J. McCarthy, T.J. Hockenson, and Aaron Jones.

Tyler Forness — NFL & College Football News Writer
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Dec 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) celebrates with running back Jordan Mason (27) after a touchdown during the first half against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium.
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The Minnesota Vikings will host the Green Bay Packers in the 2025 season finale on Sunday afternoon in a bitter NFC North rivalry.

While the Vikings aren’t playing for a playoff spot, they can achieve their third winning record in four years under head coach Kevin O’Connell. Having a winning record is huge for the Vikings’ culture, and it’ll give them momentum for the 2026 season.

The biggest questions for both teams are at the quarterback position, especially with J.J. McCarthy, who is dealing with a broken hand. The first injury report reflects the status of all three quarterbacks, and the rest of the team.

Minnesota Vikings Wednesday injury report

Player Injury W/T/F Designation
TE T.J. HockensonShoulderDNP
RB Aaron JonesHipDNP
WR Myles PriceAnkleDNP
ILB Blake CashmanElbowLimited
RB Jordan MasonAnkleLimited
QB J.J. McCarthyRight HandLimited
RT Brian O’NeillHeelLimited
DT Levi Drake RodriguezRibLimited
S Harrison SmithNot Injury Related-RestLimited
TE Gavin BartholomewBackFull

Observations

  • McCarthy being a limited participant in practice is massive for a potential return. It could be huge deal for the future of the Vikings. McCarthy has missed 25 of a possible 34 games. Playing on Sunday could help the Vikings make a decision.
  • Hockenson missed last Thursday’s game with a shoulder injury, but being limited is an improvement for the Vikings.
  • This is the fourth injury that Jones has had. Not practicing doesn’t mean a lot, but if he misses the game, it could be his last with the Vikings.

Green Bay Packers Wednesday injury report

Player Injury W/T/FDesignation
WR Dontayvion WicksConcussionDNP
LG Aaron BanksIllness/AnkleLimited
ILB Edgerrin CooperShoulderLimited
RB Josh JacobsKnee/AnkleLimited
ILB Nick NiemannPectoralLimited
WR Jayden ReedIllnessLimited
RT Zach TomBack/KneeLimited
EDGE Lukas Van NessIllness/FootLimited
OG John WilliamsBackLimited
WR Savion WilliamsFoot/IllnessLimited
QB Malik WillisRight Shoulder/HamstringLimited
QB Jordan LoveLeft Shoulder/ConcussionFull

Observations

  • The Packers are going to rest players on Sunday with the Packers set to play in the playoffs as the seventh seed.
  • Because of that, the Packers may keep both Malik Wills and Jordan Love on the bench, with Clayton Tune getting the start.
  • Keep an eye on both Banks and Tom’s status. Missing two offensive linemen could make Brian Flores’ job much easier.

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