Kyler Murray becomes starting quarterback for Minnesota Vikings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 10:00 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Kyler Murray has been named the starting quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings for the upcoming season. The former Oklahoma standout won the quarterback competition against J.J. McCarthy during the offseason. Murray, who was the first overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft, spent the previous seven seasons with the Arizona Cardinals before transitioning to the Vikings. After an injury-plagued previous season, Murray aims to demonstrate his capabilities in Minnesota as he opens this new chapter in his career.
- •Murray wins QB battle against J.J. McCarthy.
- •First season with the Vikings after seven years with the Cardinals.
- •Former Heisman Trophy winner looks to regain form.
- •Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell confirms Murray as starter.
- 10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Kyler Murray named starting quarterback for Minnesota Vikings
"Former Oklahoma star Kyler Murray has won his quarterback competition this offseason.
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