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Kyler Murray returns to Vikings, leads team past Buccaneers 23-16

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 9:15 PM

Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Kyler Murray returns to Vikings, leads team past Buccaneers 23-16

Summary

Kyler Murray made his return to the Minnesota Vikings in Week 3 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, helping secure a 23-16 victory. After a tough debut and a concussion in Week 1, Murray completed 15 of 29 passes for 168 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. The quarterback had faced pressure following a warning from Emmanuel Acho, highlighting the critical nature of his performance. This win improves the Vikings to a 3-0 record, positioning them favorably as they seek consistency from Murray, who aims to redefine his career after a tumultuous 2025 season.

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Status Watch

•Murray returned from concussion protocol to start against Tampa Bay.
•He completed 15 of 29 passes for 168 yards, 1 touchdown, and 1 interception.
•Minnesota improved to 3-0 with the victory over Tampa Bay.
•Emmanuel Acho warned Murray about limited room for error in his return.
•Murray previously struggled in his first game, leaving early due to a concussion.

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9:15 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-NFL linebacker had a serious message for Kyler Murray before his return

What they're saying

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Kyler Murray returned from concussion protocol as Minnesota beat Tampa Bay 23–16. Emmanuel Acho’s warning added pressure, but Murray now has a chance to keep proving himself.
— Yahoo Sports

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