The Minnesota Vikings are signing Wentz to back up quarterback J.J. McCarthy and trading Howell to the Eagles, two people with knowledge of the decisions told The Associated Press on Sunday. Both people spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the teams haven’t announced the moves. ESPN first reported the deals.

Tanner McKee, the Eagles’ backup behind Hurts, sustained a finger injury on his right throwing hand in practice on Monday and could be in danger of missing the Sept. 4 season opener.

Wentz signs with the Vikings after a successful tryout over the weekend, as Howell gets traded for a third time in his young career.