Vikings quarterback competition intensifies as J.J. McCarthy stays upbeat
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 4:15 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
As the Minnesota Vikings prepare for their first preseason game on August 15, J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray continue to battle for the starting quarterback position. McCarthy shared an Instagram post captioned "Havin fun" amid the competition. Both quarterbacks faced significant challenges during recent practices, highlighted by a strong performance from Minnesota's defense. Kevin O'Connell indicated a decision on the starting QB is forthcoming, adding urgency to the competition as the regular season approaches.
- •J.J. McCarthy shared a lighthearted Instagram post.
- •The Vikings' first preseason game is on August 15.
- •Kyler Murray has received more first-team snaps in practice.
- •Kevin O'Connell plans to announce the starting QB soon.
- •Defense performed well, applying pressure on both quarterbacks.
- 4:15 AMYahoo Sports — Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy Sends 2-Word Message With Kyler Murray Decision Looming
"J.J. McCarthy is keeping things light while his Vikings battle with Kyler Murray intensifies and Kevin O’Connell moves closer to choosing QB1. The post Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy Sends 2-Word Message With Kyler Murray Decision Looming appeared first on HEAVY.
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