Overview
- Kevin O'Connell said the Vikings will give Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy both first‑team and second‑team reps while the staff evaluates who will start in Week 1.
- Murray opened the 11‑on‑11 work and completed a 30‑yard pass to Jordan Addison, a development reported by multiple outlets that reinforced an early edge for him.
- Coaches are splitting reps to judge which quarterback can execute Kevin O'Connell’s timing‑focused scheme and lift the play of the offense's top pass catchers.
- Murray brings a proven NFL track record but recent injury questions, while McCarthy enters camp coming off a 6‑4 starting mark and missed time with injuries; McCarthy’s future with the roster could change if he loses the job.
- The evaluation window runs through training camp and preseason with the staff closely tracking rep counts, on‑field chemistry with targets like Addison and Justin Jefferson, and matchup performance before making a private decision.