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Vikings Name Kyler Murray Starting QB
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Key Points:
- The Minnesota Vikings have officially named Kyler Murray as their starting quarterback for the 2026 season, ending the competition with J.J. McCarthy.
- Murray joined the Vikings on a one-year, $1.3 million deal after being released by the Arizona Cardinals, who will still owe him $35.5 million in compensation.
- McCarthy, who struggled in his 10 starts during the 2025 season with a 72.6 passer rating and more interceptions than touchdowns, remains the Vikings' No. 2 quarterback but faces uncertainty about his future role.
- Veteran quarterback Carson Wentz, signed for one year at $3 million, could potentially move ahead of McCarthy on the depth chart, highlighting ongoing questions about the Vikings' QB depth.
- The Vikings aim to improve on their 2025 performance, where they finished strong with a five-game winning streak, relying on stability at quarterback alongside a strong defense and skill-position players.
