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Murray, McCarthy Kick Off Quarterback Competition
Coach Kevin O'Connell said the reps will be split evenly as the Vikings evaluate a starter for an offense rebuilt after a disappointing 2025 season.
- On Wednesday, July 29, 2026, the Minnesota Vikings opened training camp in Eagan, Minn., with head coach Kevin O'Connell splitting repetitions between quarterbacks Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy.
- Following McCarthy's rocky 2025 season, the Vikings signed Murray to a one-year deal; Murray enters as the clear favorite with 87 starts and over 20,000 passing yards in his career.
- While the initial rotation remains even, O'Connell explained the workload will evolve; Murray connected with Jordan Addison during practice but threw an interception to cornerback James Pierre.
- Right tackle Brian O'Neill signed a four-year, $96 million contract extension on Tuesday, securing his tenure with the Vikings through 2030.
- O'Connell declined to reveal a specific date for naming the starter but said there is "absolutely a date in mind" for the announcement; the team plans a thorough evaluation process.
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