J. J. McCarthy faced a rough reception in Minneapolis as frustration from the Vikings fanbase hit a high point. The second-year quarterback had a difficult first half against Chicago, and his inconsistency triggered loud boos throughout U.S. Bank Stadium as the offense sputtered. Fans voiced their disappointment on X as the struggles mounted in Week 11, with questions resurfacing about the organization’s decision to hand the job to McCarthy after moving on from Sam Darnold.
“He deserves to be benched,” one fan wrote. “As they should. JJ is awful,” another added. “The Sam Darnold move looks worse and worse,” commented another disappointed supporter.
Some fans even reacted to the boos themselves. “Heard it live, it was awesome,” one fan said. “As a Dolphins fan, I never thought I would say this this season, but give me Tua (Tagovailoa) over that fraud. He is AWFUL,” another remarked. “I’m here and it was loud, especially coming from the nicest fans in our division lol,” a fan tweeted.
McCarthy’s opening drives stalled after a series of misfires, including an overthrown ball to Justin Jefferson on a short third-down attempt and another missed connection with the receiver deep along the right sideline. Chicago capitalized when Kevin Byard intercepted a pass in Vikings territory, giving the Bears ideal field position.
The game took a further downturn before halftime when McCarthy forced another throw into the end zone with 35 seconds remaining. Chicago cornerback Nashon Wright cut off the pass, ending a promising possession and keeping Minnesota trailing 10-3.
### Caleb Williams Keeps Chicago Rolling as J. J. McCarthy Struggles
Chicago arrived in Minneapolis looking to strengthen its hold on the division lead. Caleb Williams continued his sharp form as the Bears won their third consecutive game. The quarterback entered Week 11 after posting steady numbers through the first nine games, paired with a reputation for late-game composure.
Chicago has already recorded four comeback victories this season, highlighted by a rally from a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit to defeat the Giants in Week 10.
The Bears seized control late in the first half on Sunday. They strung together a lengthy scoring drive that ended with Kyle Monangai punching in a short touchdown run. Chicago extended its advantage early in the third quarter on a 54-yard field goal from Cairo Santos. Santos added another kick following J. J. McCarthy’s second interception to build a 16-3 lead.
Minnesota responded in the fourth quarter when Jordan Mason powered in a touchdown run with just over 12 minutes remaining. It was set up by a long return from Myles Price, which trimmed the deficit to 16-10.
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