Kyler Murray splits first-team reps with J.J. McCarthy at Vikings camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Kyler Murray, newly signed with the Minnesota Vikings, is sharing first-team reps with J.J. McCarthy during OTAs and minicamp. Murray's remarks regarding the difficulty of splitting reps have sparked criticism from ESPN analyst Tim Hasselbeck, who suggested they reflect a sense of entitlement stemming from Murray's status as a former first overall pick. Murray's transition comes after his release from the Arizona Cardinals, where he had a tumultuous seven-year tenure. This competition for the starting quarterback position in Minnesota is expected to be intense as both quarterbacks look to secure their roles ahead of the season.
- •Murray signed a one-year, $1.3 million contract with the Vikings.
- •He was the first player picked in both NFL and MLB drafts.
- •McCarthy started 10 games last season, finishing with a 6-4 record.
- •Hasselbeck criticized Murray for his comments on rep distribution.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — ‘First-Round Pick Entitlement’ — NFL Analyst Slams Kyler Murray’s Attitude Over Splitting Reps With J.J. McCarthy
"New Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray has been splitting first-team reps with J. J.
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