Overview
- Murray suffered a concussion after an awkward slide in the opener and was forced out after 11 snaps, a play he described as an unusual hit to the head.
- He did not clear protocol for Week 2 but was medically cleared to resume play and is set to start on Sunday in Tampa Bay.
- Backup Carson Wentz filled in and led the Vikings to a win, leaving Minnesota 2-0 and creating a near-term roster decision about who should start.
- Coach Kevin O’Connell highlighted Murray’s early interception and has emphasized protecting the football as the offense returns to the starter.
- The team also made short-term roster moves because of other injuries, signing veteran punter Johnny Hekker to the practice squad after rookie Brett Thorson strained his hamstring.