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Kyler Murray cleared to start for Vikings against Buccaneers in Week 3

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Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Kyler Murray cleared to start for Vikings against Buccaneers in Week 3

Summary

Kyler Murray is set to return as starting quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings in their Week 3 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Murray cleared concussion protocol, following an injury that kept him out of the previous game against the Chicago Bears. He was injured just 11 plays into the Vikings’ opening win over the Green Bay Packers. Backup Carson Wentz led Minnesota to victory in his absence, including a 9-3 win over the Bears. Murray’s performance in Week 1 saw him complete 3-of-5 passes for 18 yards and an interception before leaving the game.

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Status Watch

•Murray missed Week 2 due to a concussion.
•Wentz started the last two games, including a victory over the Bears.
•Murray completed 3-of-5 passes for 18 yards in Week 1.
•Head coach Kevin O’Connell confirmed Murray's status for Week 3.
•The Vikings are 2-0 heading into their game against the Buccaneers.

Latest Updates

7:37 PMESPN — Vikings QB Murray clears concussion protocol, will start vs. Bucs
6:33 PMYahoo Sports — Kyler Murray clears concussion protocol, will start in Week 3 vs. Buccaneers
6:27 PMYahoo Sports — Kyler Murray clears concussion protocol, set to start Week 3 vs. Bucs
6:25 PMYahoo Sports — Kyler Murray clears concussion protocol, will start for Vikings against Bucs

What they're saying

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Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray has cleared the concussion protocol and will start Sunday's game at the Buccaneers, coach Kevin O'Connell announced Monday.
— ESPN