Vikings head coach prefers to name starting QB by August 22
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 7:17 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell stated he has a timeline in mind for naming the team's starting quarterback. Although he did not disclose a specific date during a media session, teams typically aim to establish their starters before the final preseason game, which is scheduled for August 22. This marks an important period in training camp as the competition ramps up between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy. O'Connell's decision will allow the chosen quarterback to better integrate with the offense ahead of the regular season.
- •O'Connell aims to name the starter before August 22
- •Competition is between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy
- •Deciding before last preseason game aids preparation
- •Training camp is currently underway
- 7:17 PMYahoo Sports — Vikings HC knows when he would like to name a starting QB
"Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell shared that he has a date in mind for when he would like to name a starting quarterback.
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