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Vikes' McCarthy returns to practice, with progress on hand injury giving him chance to play vs. Pack

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Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy stands on the sideline before an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025, in Minneapolis.

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Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) reacts during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J.

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy returned to practice on Wednesday, with his injured throwing hand improving enough to give him an opportunity to play in the final game of the season.