McCarthy Leads Vikings 27-24; Jones Sprains Shoulder

The Minnesota Vikings upset the Detroit Lions 27-24, snapping a two-game skid and improving to 4-4. Second-year quarterback J.J. McCarthy returned and accounted for two passing touchdowns and a rushing score. Aaron Jones had 98 scrimmage yards on 11 touches before exiting with a sprained AC joint; early evaluations were positive and he and the team believe he has a chance to play in Week 10 at Baltimore. Jones had missed four games earlier this season with a hamstring strain, making his availability important to Minnesota’s offense. Backup Jordan Mason remains the primary relief option if Jones is sidelined, and center Ryan Kelly remains on injured reserve after his second concussion in 15 days though he has begun limited sideline work while the team has not opened his practice window.