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Vikings camp highlights McCarthy and Murray in QB competition

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 1:29 PM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Vikings camp highlights McCarthy and Murray in QB competition
Summary

The Minnesota Vikings training camp in July 2026 features a high-profile quarterback competition between J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray. After two days, McCarthy shows a higher completion percentage but shorter depth of target, while Murray displays inconsistency typical of a player adapting to a new playbook. Head coach Kevin O’Connell is analyzing practices closely before naming a starter around August 18–23. The camp also highlights Jamal Adams' contributions, Demond Claiborne's mixed reviews, and Blake Cashman's strong defensive presence.

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  • •McCarthy has a higher completion percentage but shorter depth of target.
  • •Murray is adapting to the Vikings playbook with mixed results.
  • •O’Connell expected to name a starting QB between August 18–23.
  • •Adams worked with the first-team defense early in camp.
  • •Blake Cashman is a key player in Brian Flores’ defensive scheme.
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  • 1:29 PMYahoo Sports — Vikings Training Camp 2026: McCarthy vs. Murray QB Battle, Jamal Adams & What We’ve Learned So Far
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McCarthy shorter, Murray learning: two days of Vikings camp themes and roster notes.

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