Vikings head coach praises Kyler Murray's performance in win over Saints
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 7:58 PM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
The Minnesota Vikings improved to 5-0 after a 23-13 victory against the New Orleans Saints on October 8. Kyler Murray showcased a strong performance, completing 24 of 30 passes for 229 yards and a touchdown without interceptions. Head coach Kevin O'Connell expressed excitement about Murray's growth and the offense's potential, highlighting his dual-threat ability with 51 rushing yards. O'Connell noted areas for improvement, as the Vikings left points on the field and had two red zone turnovers. This victory marks a significant moment in the season for a team aiming for the playoffs as they head into their bye week.
- •Vikings defeat Saints 23-13 on October 8.
- •Kyler Murray records 229 passing yards and 51 rushing yards.
- •Murray is 4-0 as a starter this season.
- •Vikings head into their bye week after the win.
- •O'Connell emphasizes offense has more potential to tap into.
- 7:58 PMYahoo Sports — KOC Excited About Kyler Murray, Vikings Offense
"Kevin O'Connell was asked about Kyler Murray on Monday. Clearly, the Minnesota Vikings head coach thinks the offense is only getting started.
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