Vikings name Kyler Murray starting quarterback for 2026 season opener
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 4:39 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
The Minnesota Vikings have named Kyler Murray as their starting quarterback for the 2026 NFL season. This decision comes ahead of the first preseason game and follows a competitive training camp. Murray, a former Pro Bowler, was released by the Arizona Cardinals and signed a one-year deal with the Vikings. The Packers will host the Vikings for their season opener on Sunday, Sept. 13, at U.S. Bank Stadium. Murray faces the Packers after previously losing both games he started against them.
- •Vikings announce Kyler Murray as starting QB for 2026 season.
- •Murray previously played for the Arizona Cardinals.
- •The Packers will host the Vikings in the season opener on Sept. 13.
- •Murray has started two games against the Packers, losing both.
- 4:39 PMYahoo Sports — Packers to face Kyler Murray in Week 1 as Vikings name their starting QB
- 4:38 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Vikings name Kyler Murray as their starting quarterback
"The Packers know who they will face at QB in Week 1: Kyler Murray, who is being named the Vikings starter.
"Ahead of the first preseason game, the Vikings have named Kyler Murray their starter for the 2026 season.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 4:39 PMPackers to face Kyler Murray in Week 1 as Vikings name their starting QB
The Packers know who they will face at QB in Week 1: Kyler Murray, who is being named the Vikings starter.
- Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 4:38 PMReport: Vikings name Kyler Murray as their starting quarterback
Ahead of the first preseason game, the Vikings have named Kyler Murray their starter for the 2026 season.
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