The Minnesota Vikings are yet to confirm the quarterback who is going to start in Week 18’s game against the Detroit Lions on Sunday night. With an outside chance of clinching a playoff spot depending on other results, a win is crucial for the Vikings as they fight for survival.
“We’re going to take a look at it,” Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell said about picking a quarterback to start against the Lions. “The decision we’ll make will be based upon that position putting our group in a place to try to move the football and have success. We did not do that tonight. We’ll take a look at it, and all options are on the table.” O’Connell made his statement after the Vikings slumped to a 33-10 loss against the Green Bay Packers, making it that much more difficult for the Minnesotans to clinch a playoff spot.
Rookie quarterback Jaren Hall started the Lions game, however, O’Connell decided to bench him at halftime for the more experienced Nick Mullens. A fifth-round 2023 draft pick, Hall’s previous start in Week 9 against Atlanta was cut short when he suffered a concussion, leaving the 28-31 victory at halftime.
