As the Vikings prepare new quarterback J.J. McCarthy for life in the NFL, they should feel fortunate to have defensive coordinator Brian Flores on their side.

Despite winning 14 games, Minnesota is making a change at quarterback under fourth-year head coach Kevin O'Connell.

How many series McCarthy plays vs. the Texans is not yet known, but Minnesota will want to get their 22-year-old QB some live reps after revamping the interior offensive line this offseason.