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Vikings Start Carson Wentz After Kyler Murray Concussion

By Drooid · Sep 19, 2026, 2:29 AM UTC · How we work

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Vikings Start Wentz

Minnesota Vikings ruled quarterback Kyler Murray out with a concussion and started Carson Wentz against the Chicago Bears.
Wentz completed 12 of 19 passes for 133 yards and three touchdowns in the Vikings’ Week 1 win.
The Chicago Bears issued a clean Week 2 injury report listing all players without designations.
Vikings defensive line recorded four sacks and 15 quarterback hits in the Packers game.

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Murray Signs Vikings

Kyler Murray signed a one-year, $1.3 million contract with Minnesota after his release from the Arizona Cardinals.
Jordan Mason was placed on injured reserve with a thumb fracture, sidelining him for at least four games.
Jauan Jennings was ruled out for personal reasons, leaving the Vikings without another offensive starter.
NFL rules require Murray to complete the concussion protocol and receive independent medical clearance before returning to game action.

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Vikings Start Wentz

Minnesota Vikings ruled quarterback Kyler Murray out with a concussion and started Carson Wentz against the Chicago Bears.
Wentz completed 12 of 19 passes for 133 yards and three touchdowns in the Vikings’ Week 1 win.
The Chicago Bears issued a clean Week 2 injury report listing all players without designations.
Vikings defensive line recorded four sacks and 15 quarterback hits in the Packers game.

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