Vikings expected to favor Kyler Murray over J.J. McCarthy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 11:52 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The Minnesota Vikings are reportedly leaning toward veteran quarterback Kyler Murray over J.J. McCarthy in their ongoing quarterback competition. Murray, a two-time Pro Bowler, brings significant experience and talent after struggling with the Arizona Cardinals. Analysts suggest that unless McCarthy demonstrates considerable improvement, Murray will likely be the starter in the upcoming season. The Vikings are seeking to finalize their decision soon to ensure a smooth start to the fall.
- •Vikings have a quarterback competition between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy.
- •Brent Sobleski predicts Murray will be the starter if McCarthy does not improve.
- •Murray has over 20,000 career passing yards and 121 touchdowns.
- •Vikings' coaching staff aims for a strong offensive start this fall.
- 11:52 PMYahoo Sports — Latest Vikings prediction is bad news for J.J. McCarthy in 2026
"The Minnesota Vikings have a quarterback controversy on their hands, and it looks like one player is pulling away.
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