Buccaneers anticipate matchup against Vikings quarterback options
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 3:40 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers prepare for their upcoming game against the Minnesota Vikings amid uncertainty surrounding Minnesota's quarterback situation. The Vikings may start veteran Kyler Murray or second-year player J.J. McCarthy. Murray, a former No. 1 overall draft pick, is coming off an inconsistent stretch, while McCarthy looks to improve after an injury-plagued season. Both quarterbacks will face a challenging defense as they navigate early-season matchups.
- •Vikings face tough opponents in first two games against Packers and Bears.
- •Kyler Murray signed a one-year deal with the Vikings after his tenure with Arizona.
- •J.J. McCarthy was the 10th overall pick in 2024 but has struggled with injuries.
- •Tampa Bay aims for a strong start to their season with potential for a 2-0 record.
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"As Minnesota navigates a brutal opening stretch, Tampa Bay prepares for a dual threat: veteran Kyler Murray’s resurgence or the raw potential of former first-rounder J.J. McCarthy.
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