Kyler Murray in concussion protocol, but attends team meetings
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 7:16 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Kyler Murray is in the concussion protocol following an early exit in Week 1 for the Minnesota Vikings. Despite the setback, Murray showed progress and participated in team meetings Monday, as confirmed by head coach Kevin O'Connell. Backup quarterback Carson Wentz led the Vikings to a comeback victory over the Green Bay Packers in that game. Murray’s availability for Week 2’s matchup against the Chicago Bears is uncertain and will depend on further evaluations from team doctors and an independent consultant.
- •Murray left Week 1's game due to a concussion.
- •He participated in team meetings on September 14.
- •Backup Carson Wentz helped secure a win against the Packers.
- •Murray is considered day-to-day ahead of Week 2.
- •The Vikings will face the Bears, who scored 59 points in their last game.
- 7:16 PMYahoo Sports — When will Kyler Murray return? Vikings complain about Packers hit as QB remains in concussion protocol
- 6:53 PMYahoo Sports — Vikings' Kyler Murray in concussion protocol after leaving Week 1, but able to take part in team meetings
"Kyler Murray showed some decent progress Monday after leaving Sunday's game with a concussion.
"Here's the latest on Kyler Murray after he took a scary hit against the Packers on Sunday.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 7:16 PMWhen will Kyler Murray return? Vikings complain about Packers hit as QB remains in concussion protocol
Here's the latest on Kyler Murray after he took a scary hit against the Packers on Sunday.
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 6:53 PMVikings' Kyler Murray in concussion protocol after leaving Week 1, but able to take part in team meetings
Kyler Murray showed some decent progress Monday after leaving Sunday's game with a concussion.
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