Vikings hope Kyler Murray revives playoff aspirations in 2026
CBS NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 11:37 AM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
The Minnesota Vikings are counting on Kyler Murray to lead them back to the playoffs in 2026. Murray is one of five new starting quarterbacks entering the season, joining teams like the Las Vegas Raiders and Miami Dolphins, who are also reshuffling their rosters. Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell is optimistic that Murray can spark a significant turnaround for a team that expects postseason success. The coaching staff has high expectations after witnessing Murray's past performances and hoping he can regain form and prove instrumental this season.
- •Kyler Murray starts for the Minnesota Vikings this season.
- •Murray joins four other new QBs in the league for 2026.
- •Kevin O'Connell aims for a turnaround with Murray's leadership.
- •The Vikings consistently target playoff appearances each season.
- 11:37 AMCBS NFL — Ranking QB changes by expected impact: Can Kyler Murray get Vikings back to the playoffs?
"From Kirk Cousins in Las Vegas to Malik Willis in Miami, we rank the impact of the five new starting quarterbacks set to take over in 2026
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