Kyler Murray makes Minnesota debut against Green Bay Packers

Kyler Murray starts at quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings in their season opener against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. This marks Murray’s return to the field after an 11-month layoff, following a foot injury that sidelined him for the latter half of the 2025 season. Rex Ryan noted the high stakes for the veteran signal-caller, who signed a one-year, veteran minimum contract with Minnesota in the offseason. Green Bay enters the matchup with defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon, who previously coached Murray in Arizona for three seasons. The Packers will be without running back Josh Jacobs and defensive player Micah Parsons, who remains on the physically unable to perform list. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:25 p.m. CT at U.S. Bank Stadium.

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