Justin Jefferson Lights Fire Under Vikings QB Competition
Summary
Justin Jefferson, a wide receiver for the Minnesota Vikings, talked about the team’s competition for the quarterback (QB) position. The Vikings added Kyler Murray to compete with J.J. McCarthy for the starting QB job after previous players left or performed inconsistently.Key Facts
- Justin Jefferson had 1,533 yards and 10 touchdowns in 2024.
- Sam Darnold, the Vikings’ QB in 2024, left to join the Seattle Seahawks and won a Super Bowl.
- The Vikings had inconsistent QB play with Carson Wentz and J.J. McCarthy in 2025.
- The team signed veteran QB Kyler Murray to compete for the starting QB position.
- Jefferson said the team needs a strong leader or “dawg” at QB to carry them through the season.
- Jefferson expects healthy competition between Murray and McCarthy during training camp.
- Minnesota is looking for a long-term QB after Kirk Cousins left for the Atlanta Falcons in 2024.
- The Vikings may consider extending Murray’s contract if he wins the starting job and plays well.
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