Kyler Murray struggles amid Vikings quarterback competition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 1:22 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
The Minnesota Vikings continued training camp on August 9, focusing on the quarterback battle between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy. As the preseason opener looms against the New York Giants on August 15, concern surrounds Murray's performance. Former Vikings linebacker Ben Leber noted Murray's inconsistency during practice, suggesting hesitation in his decision-making. Conversely, McCarthy also struggled with accuracy, leaving both players in a tight competition for the starting role. The upcoming game against the Giants will be pivotal for the pair to establish a lead in the QB race.
- •Vikings' training camp focuses on QB battle between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy.
- •Murray's practice performance raised concerns about his consistency.
- •McCarthy also has struggled with accuracy during practices.
- •First preseason game against the Giants is on August 15.
- •Both QBs are competing for the starting position.
- 1:22 PMYahoo Sports — Kyler Murray Gets Concerning Assessment Amid Vikings QB Battle
"The Minnesota Vikings held a night practice on Aug. 9 as training camp is ongoing and the preseason begins on Aug. 15 against the New York Giants. Nonetheless, the focus is on the QB competition between J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray. For both players, the preseason game against the Giants will provide them with an […] The post Kyler Murray Gets Concerning Assessment Amid Vikings QB Battle appeared first on HEAVY.
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