Forgettable performance in spot start

Wentz completed eight of 25 passes for 81 yards with no touchdowns and two interceptions and rushed once for no gain in the Vikings' 23-6 loss to the Bills on Monday night. He also lost a fumble.

Wentz had typically put together competent performances in his opportunities to lead head coach Kevin O'Connell's offense in the past, but Monday night was a clear exception. Wentz only took one sack, but he banged up his right hand on a first-half pass attempt, then had his foot stepped on by offensive lineman Joe Huber in the second half, the latter which required a visit to the medical tent. Wentz also repeatedly failed to master what had been a vulnerable Bills pass defense, averaging a minuscule 3.2 yards per attempt. Wentz tossed interceptions on back-to-back drives to open the second half as well, and although they only led to one field goal for Buffalo, they were indicative of the kind of night it was for the veteran signal-caller. Wentz was ultimately pulled for Max Brosmer for the Vikings' final drive, and if Murray can't suit up for a Week 10 road showdown with the Packers on Sunday, it remains to be seen if Wentz will get another crack at a starting assignment.