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QBMIN40 insightsLatest Oct 16, 2026
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NegativeProjectionOct 1, 2026Daily Norseman
Wentz started the first two games while Murray recovered from concussion, averaging 22 pass attempts per game and 130 net passing yards per game (about 90 yards or 40% below league average). The source characterizes his performance as 'competent, reliable, replacement-level' production typical of a healthy Wentz at this stage of his career. His passer rating and ANY/A improved from last year due to fewer sack yards, no interceptions, and higher TD rate, though the Vikings' game plan emphasized running and limiting his workload.
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NegativeRoleOct 1, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Wentz took over for the first two games after Kyler Murray's concussion, playing at a competent, reliable, replacement-level of production. He averaged 22 pass attempts per game over his two games as the Vikings pursued a run-heavy approach, averaging just 130 net passing yards per game—about 90 yards or 40% below average across the league so far this season and his own average last season. His passer rating and ANY/A are higher this year, however, as he's taken fewer sack yards with no interceptions and a higher rate of TD passes from a year ago.
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NegativeProjectionSep 29, 2026Daily Norseman
Wentz is evaluated as a comparison point for QB role discussion. One the source notes he is "elusive enough to not get absolutely murdered in the pocket like some former Vikings quarterbacks and I still believe he can be more accurate if he simply gets in-game reps." However, another the source identifies a key limitation: "Wentz has limitations in the passing game that limit explosives," making him a lower-ceiling option. A third the source suggests Wentz offers "the lower ceiling but higher floor" and "might have been a bit more consistent if he was in, but he also might have been sacked more times." The consensus frames Wentz as a competent backup with modest upside rather than a long-term solution.
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