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Vikings start Carson Wentz against Bills with Murray sidelined

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 10:26 PM

Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Vikings start Carson Wentz against Bills with Murray sidelined

Summary

The Minnesota Vikings will host the Buffalo Bills on Monday night without quarterback Kyler Murray, who is week-to-week with a hamstring strain. Carson Wentz will replace Murray, seeking to build on his earlier success this season. The Vikings' defense, allowing just 13 points per game, will need to contain the Bills' high-scoring offense, which averages 33 points per game. This matchup features two teams with a 6-1 record, adding significance to the contest.

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Status Watch

•Kyler Murray is out; Carson Wentz will start at quarterback for Minnesota.
•Vikings defense ranks first in the league with 25 sacks.
•Both teams enter with 6-1 records, making the matchup significant.
•Buffalo Bills seek a fourth straight win while playing unbeaten on the road.
•Minnesota aims to rebound from their first defeat of the season.

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10:26 PMYahoo Sports — Vikings without Murray for battle with Allen's Bills

What they're saying

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The Minnesota Vikings, without top quarterback Kyler Murray, will rely on their elite defense to slow Josh Allen's Buffalo when they host the Bills in a battle of NFL division leaders on Monday.The Philadelphia Eagles host the New York Giants in an NFC East division clash, and the New England Patriots host the Green Bay Packers in a battle of winning teams.
— Yahoo Sports

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