Minnesota Vikings name Kyler Murray starting quarterback
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 2:22 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The Minnesota Vikings have named Kyler Murray their starting quarterback, effective August 11. Murray joins the team following a competitive offseason after J.J. McCarthy, drafted number 10 overall in 2024, struggled in 2025 with 11 touchdowns and 12 interceptions over 10 games. Head coach Kevin O'Connell expressed confidence in Murray's ability to execute the offensive scheme effectively. Minnesota won its first preseason game against the New York Giants, 13-10, and prepares to face the Baltimore Ravens on August 22.
- •Kyler Murray was named the starting quarterback on August 11.
- •J.J. McCarthy threw 11 touchdowns and 12 interceptions in 2025.
- •Vikings won their first preseason game 13-10 against the Giants.
- •Minnesota faces the Ravens next on August 22.
- •Murray discusses excitement about the team's elite receiving talent.
- 2:22 AMYahoo Sports — Vikings Get Strong J.J. McCarthy Message Before Ravens Game
- 3:09 AMYahoo Sports — The Vikings turn the page with Murray at quarterback
"The Minnesota Vikings decided that Kyler Murray will be QB1 to start the 2026 NFL season after edging out J.J. McCarthy in a competition. As a result, McCarthy is now QB2 for Minnesota as he waits for any opportunity to jump back into the starting role. Nonetheless, McCarthy has an opportunity to put the pressure […] The post Vikings Get Strong J.J. McCarthy Message Before Ravens Game appeared first on HEAVY.
"EAGAN, M.N. (KELO) – The Minnesota Vikings drafted J.J. McCarthy with the number 10 overall pick in 2024. McCarthy played in 10 games in 2025, throwing 11 touchdowns and 12 interceptions, which led the Vikings to bring in competition over the offseason, in former number one overall pick Kyler Murray. “There’s comfort from Kyler in […]
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 2:22 AMVikings Get Strong J.J. McCarthy Message Before Ravens Game
The Minnesota Vikings decided that Kyler Murray will be QB1 to start the 2026 NFL season after edging out J.J. McCarthy in a competition. As a result, McCarthy is now QB2 for Minnesota as he waits for any opportunity to jump back into the starting role. Nonetheless, McCarthy has an opportunity to put the pressure […] The post Vikings Get Strong J.J. McCarthy Message Before Ravens Game appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 3:09 AMThe Vikings turn the page with Murray at quarterback
EAGAN, M.N. (KELO) – The Minnesota Vikings drafted J.J. McCarthy with the number 10 overall pick in 2024. McCarthy played in 10 games in 2025, throwing 11 touchdowns and 12 interceptions, which led the Vikings to bring in competition over the offseason, in former number one overall pick Kyler Murray. “There’s comfort from Kyler in […]
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