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Vikings Choose Kyler Murray Over J.J. McCarthy After OTA

5/30/2026

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The Vikings will start Kyler Murray over J.J. McCarthy after OTA practice showed Murray ahead.
Kevin Seifert said Murray displayed accuracy while McCarthy’s only incompletion was a flat pass nearly intercepted by Byron Murphy Jr.
Kyler Murray, a 2019 pick with over $30 million guaranteed for 2026, signed with the Vikings for $1.3 million and is expected to lift the offense and aid a 2026 playoff run while McCarthy serves as insurance.

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The Vikings will start Kyler Murray over J.J. McCarthy after OTA practice showed Murray ahead.
Kevin Seifert said Murray displayed accuracy while McCarthy’s only incompletion was a flat pass nearly intercepted by Byron Murphy Jr.
Kyler Murray, a 2019 pick with over $30 million guaranteed for 2026, signed with the Vikings for $1.3 million and is expected to lift the offense and aid a 2026 playoff run while McCarthy serves as insurance.