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Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy will practice on Wednesday, but he'll be wearing a little extra protection on his right hand.

Head coach Kevin O'Connell told reporters at a press conference that McCarthy will be wearing a bandage on the hand. McCarthy hit his hand on a helmet while playing against the Ravens last Sunday.

O'Connell said that the team does not expect the issue to affect McCarthy's practice participation and that he remains on track to start against the Bears in Week 11. McCarthy missed five games with an ankle injury before returning to start the last two games.

Rookie Max Brosmer is the No. 2 quarterback for the Vikings and John Wolford is on the practice squad as the third quarterback.

The Vikings are getting their center back on the practice field this week.

Head coach Kevin O'Connell announced in his Wednesday press conference that Ryan Kelly's 21-day window to return from injured reserve is opening on Wednesday.

Kelly has been out since suffering his latest documented concussion in late September.

O’Connell noted that Kelly will wear a new helmet and is also likely to use a Guardian Cap. As noted by Kevin Seifert of ESPN, Kelly has had five documented concussions in his career.

The Vikings signed Kelly to a two-year deal in March after he’d spent his first nine pro seasons with the Colts. Kelly has not started all 17 games in a season since 2022.

Kelly can be activated at any time during his 21-day practice window.