Arrr, mateys! Josh Dobbs' jolly sail with Vikings be done, for a new skipper be takin' the helm!
2023-12-12
Avast ye scurvy scallywags! The Vikings of Minnesota, havin' witnessed Josh Dobbs' woeful performances these past weeks, have decided to make a change at quarterback as they set sail for Week 15. Aye, 'tis Nick Mullens who shall be given the honor of leadin' the crew now!
The Minnesota Vikings have decided to make yet another change in their starting quarterback position. After Josh Dobbs struggled in the past few games, Nick Mullens will be getting the start against the Cincinnati Bengals, according to head coach Kevin O’Connell. This will be the fourth starting quarterback for the Vikings in a seven-game stretch as they aim to secure a playoff spot.Mullens was initially on injured reserve when Kirk Cousins suffered a ruptured Achilles. He then became Cousins' backup after training camp. However, when Cousins went down, the Vikings had to rely on rookie third-stringer Jaren Hall, who also got injured and was unable to continue. Dobbs then stepped in and had some success, helping the Vikings defeat the Atlanta Falcons and the New Orleans Saints. But his performance declined, especially in a loss to the Denver Broncos where he threw four interceptions.
Mullens, who has recovered from a back injury, was activated by the Vikings and had been backing up Dobbs. He led a scoring drive in the fourth quarter against the Raiders, helping the team secure a crucial victory. Mullens will be making his 18th start of his career and has a record of 5-12 in his previous 17 starts. He has thrown for 5,168 yards, 27 touchdowns, and 23 interceptions throughout his career.
The Vikings are hoping that Mullens can provide stability and guidance to the team as they continue their playoff push. It remains to be seen how well Mullens will perform and if he can help the Vikings secure a spot in the postseason.