Justin Jefferson praises Kyler Murray as Vikings await quarterback decision
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 12:10 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson expressed his enthusiasm for Kyler Murray as a potential starting quarterback this season. Jefferson noted the importance of having stability at the position after the Vikings cycled through eight quarterbacks in the past three years. While Murray competes with J.J. McCarthy for the role, he praised Murray's understanding of the game and ability to produce accurately placed throws. As training camp approaches, Jefferson looks forward to evaluating both quarterbacks' performances and improvements during sessions.
- •Jefferson wants stability at quarterback for the next few years.
- •Murray is competing with McCarthy for the starting position.
- •Vikings have used eight quarterbacks in three seasons.
- •Training camp will showcase both quarterbacks' skills.
- 12:10 AMYahoo Sports — Justin Jefferson: Kyler Murray understands the game because he's been in the game
"Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson said recently that it would be great to have the same quarterback for "these next couple of years."
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