Max Brosmer sustains thumb injury in Vikings preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 9:18 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Max Brosmer, the fourth-string quarterback for the Vikings, left the preseason opener against an unspecified opponent due to a right thumb injury. Brosmer entered the game after starter Carson Wentz, who played two series in the second half. Brosmer completed 1 of 2 passes for 6 yards before exiting late in the third quarter. Wentz returned to the game and played through the fourth quarter, contributing to the team’s 13-10 win. Coach Kevin O'Connell stated that they will evaluate Brosmer's injury further but did not provide additional details.
- •Brosmer played briefly before leaving the game with an injury.
- •Wentz stepped in and finished the game for the Vikings.
- •The Vikings won the preseason matchup 13-10.
- •Brosmer completed 1 of 2 passes for 6 yards.
- •O'Connell indicated further evaluation for Brosmer's injury.
- 9:18 PMYahoo Sports — Vikings fourth-string QB Max Brosmer has a right thumb injury
"Vikings backup quarterback Carson Wentz played more than he had expected to play in Saturday's preseason opener.
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