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Minnesota Vikings Name Kyler Murray as Starting Quarterback over J.J. McCarthy
McCarthy has taken more first-team reps after a stronger week, while Kevin O'Connell said a decision date is already in mind.
- The Minnesota Vikings have reportedly named veteran quarterback Kyler Murray as their starting quarterback, setting him to lead the team against the Green Bay Packers on September 13.
- Minnesota signed Murray on a one-year deal to provide stability after the 2025 season, when the team's quarterbacks combined for 17 touchdowns, 21 interceptions, and 60 sacks.
- Throughout training camp, Murray received 73 first-team snaps compared to 38 for J.J. McCarthy, though head coach Kevin O'Connell maintained the competition remained active.
- McCarthy, who posted "Havin fun" on Instagram, remains focused on development while the team prepares for its first preseason game this Saturday against the New York Giants.
- With the regular season approaching, the Vikings hope Murray's veteran experience—87 career starts and 121 touchdowns—helps the team reach the playoffs after missing them last year with a 9-8 record.
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The Minnesota Vikings are going into the upcoming NFL season with Kyle Murray as a new quarterback. J.J. McCarthy is officially moving into the second leg.
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