Kyler Murray returns for Vikings-Buccaneers matchup in Week 3
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 2:20 AM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
Kyler Murray will make his return from a concussion when the Minnesota Vikings host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 3. This game marks the fourth NFL meeting between former Oklahoma teammates Murray and Baker Mayfield, with Murray leading their series 3-0. Mayfield has faced a Brian Flores defense twice previously, winning both encounters. The Vikings aim to improve to 3-0, while the Buccaneers seek to avoid an 0-3 start.
- •Kyler Murray returns after a Week 1 concussion.
- •This is the fourth meeting between Murray and Baker Mayfield.
- •Murray leads their head-to-head matches 3-0.
- •Vikings aim for a 3-0 record in the early season.
- •Buccaneers looking to avoid slipping to 0-3.
- 2:20 AMYahoo Sports — Former Oklahoma teammates Kyler Murray, Baker Mayfield meet again
"Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray's return from a Week 1 concussion adds a separate wrinkle to the Week 3 game against the Buccaneers.
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