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Kyler Murray's debut with Minnesota comes against a familiar face, new Green Bay DC Jonathan Gannon
Murray says his former coach knows his tendencies, giving the Packers an edge in a Week 1 matchup that could define Minnesota’s new quarterback.
On Sunday, Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray faces Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon, his former Arizona Cardinals head coach, in a Week 1 divisional clash at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Gannon and Murray spent three seasons together in Arizona before their partnership ended after the 2025 campaign; the Cardinals released Murray in March, prompting his one-year deal with Minnesota.
Packers players noted Gannon provided "extra notes" on Murray's tendencies; Gannon praised his former quarterback, saying he can "wreck the game" with his legs and arm.
Without All-Pro edge rusher Micah Parsons on the Physically Unable to Perform list, Green Bay must slow Minnesota's offense featuring wide receiver Justin Jefferson as a primary weapon.
Analysts describe 2026 as a critical prove-it season for Murray; he told reporters this matchup is "right up there for most anticipated" of his career.