NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports that Kyler Murray will compete with J.J. McCarthy for the Vikings’ starting quarterback job this summer.

08 May 2026

NBC Sports’ Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio reported the same in early April. In one corner, we have Murray, a former Pro Bowl and playoff quarterback. In the other, we have McCarthy, who has started 10 games in two years. Murray should be considered the strong favorite and can be treated accordingly in early best ball drafts.