Insider Makes Telling Update on Vikings QB Battle
Summary
The Minnesota Vikings have a real competition between quarterbacks J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray for the starting job. McCarthy currently has an advantage because he knows the team's system better, but Murray is still catching up.Key Facts
- The Vikings signed Kyler Murray after McCarthy struggled last season.
- Both quarterbacks are sharing first-team practice reps about equally.
- McCarthy played 10 games last season and had a 6-4 win-loss record.
- Murray played only five games last year due to injury and team decisions.
- Murray is still adjusting to the Vikings’ offense, while McCarthy is more familiar.
- Head coach Kevin O’Connell described the competition as open and real.
- The first preseason game is scheduled for August 15 against the New York Giants.
- Fans will not know who the starter is until after more practice and evaluation.
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