Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy returns from a high-ankle sprain injury to play the Detroit Lions . Veteran Carson Wentz played in his absence until being placed on IR for a season-ending left shoulder injury last week. According to sources, McCarthy had troubling news ahead of the game concerning his family.

“McCarthy told me his infant son was sick this week. So, J.J. slept in a separate room in his old college bed. It made him think of all the nights he spent in that bed dreaming about moments like this. Big NFL game on the road and he is embracing the challenge,” Tom Pelissero said.

The game is set to take place at Ford Field Stadium, located in Detroit, Michigan. But for McCarthy, it brings nostalgia.

He spent the week balancing personal and professional

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