
The Vikings' judgement—specifically that of coach Kevin O'Connell—came into question after it was announced that quarterback Carson Wentz underwent season-ending shoulder surgery earlier this week. Just this past week, Wentz played through what was later revealed to be a dislocated shoulder, which included a torn labrum and fractured socket in his non-throwing shoulder, an injury he had suffered three weeks prior during a win over the Browns.
It begged the question: Was Wentz put in harm's way?