Vikings anticipated to have competitive 2026 season with Kyler Murray
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 1:28 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
The Minnesota Vikings look forward to the 2026 NFL season with Kyler Murray expected to be the starting quarterback. Analysts predict a strong season for the Vikings, who have seen fluctuating success in recent years, from division champions to near misses for playoff spots. Early predictions suggest a 3-1 start for the season, with key matchups against division rivals like the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears. The Vikings' roster, bolstered with talent on both sides of the ball, aims to return to playoff contention following inconsistent outings in previous years.
- •Vikings start 2026 season with Kyler Murray at quarterback.
- •Analysts anticipate Vikings to finish strong in NFC North.
- •Predicted early season record stands at 3-1 for the Vikings.
- •Key games include matchups against Packers and Bears.
- •Vikings aim to improve from last season's near-playoff miss.
- 1:28 PMYahoo Sports — Will Vikings Return to Playoffs? Predicting the Vikings 2026 Season Game-By-Game.
"With the expectation that Kyler Murray is the starting quarterback and a talented roster to support him on both sides […]
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