Justin Jefferson works with both Vikings QB candidates this summer
ESPN NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 9:25 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson will continue his training with both potential starting quarterbacks, newcomer Kyler Murray and incumbent J.J. McCarthy, during the upcoming summer break. Jefferson has indicated that he will not participate in the decision-making process regarding the final choice of starting quarterback. The team is likely evaluating both players' performances closely as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Justin Jefferson plans to train with both QBs this summer.
- •Kyler Murray is a newcomer competing for the starting role.
- •J.J. McCarthy is the current incumbent at quarterback.
- •Jefferson will not weigh in on the final QB decision.
- 9:44 PMESPN NFL — Jefferson on Vikings starting QB: 'Coach's call'
"Vikings WR Justin Jefferson plans to continue working with both of his potential starting QBs during their upcoming summer break, but indicated he is unlikely to weigh in on the final decision between newcomer Kyler Murray and incumbent J.J. McCarthy.
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