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Vikings Keep QB Race Open, Name Murray, McCarthy, Wentz

7/10/2026

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Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell said the quarterback competition remains open.
He said he has never heard of a “closed competition,” wants daily pushes, and listed Kirk Murray, Jake McCarthy and Carson Wentz as options.
He noted the Vikings won 13 and 14 games with a starter and nine games last season despite quarterback instability.
He praised defensive coordinator Brian Flores, stressed limiting turnovers, and urged a stronger run game.

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Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell said the quarterback competition remains open.
He said he has never heard of a “closed competition,” wants daily pushes, and listed Kirk Murray, Jake McCarthy and Carson Wentz as options.
He noted the Vikings won 13 and 14 games with a starter and nine games last season despite quarterback instability.
He praised defensive coordinator Brian Flores, stressed limiting turnovers, and urged a stronger run game.