Kyler Murray Calls Relationship With J.J. McCarthy Great in $1.3 Million Vikings QB Battle
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Updated · NBC Sports · May 28
Kyler Murray Calls Relationship With J.J. McCarthy Great in $1.3 Million Vikings QB Battle
6 articles · Updated · NBC Sports · May 28
Kyler Murray said his relationship with J.J. McCarthy has been “great,” describing the younger quarterback as receptive and constantly asking questions as Minnesota’s competition unfolds.
Seven-year veteran Murray said he is trying to share whatever knowledge he can, even as both quarterbacks are competing for one starting job under Kevin O’Connell.
The Vikings brought in Murray for $1.3 million to test McCarthy, who had been viewed as the franchise’s quarterback of the future before the veteran’s arrival.
That low-cost move gives Minnesota two possible outcomes: McCarthy elevates his play under pressure, or Murray’s experience wins him the job when practices and games decide the race.
Can Kyler Murray’s low-cost deal lead to the biggest QB upset of the 2026 season?
Is J.J. McCarthy’s future as the Vikings' franchise QB already in jeopardy?