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Vikings Sign Kyler Murray to One-Year Deal
Can the former Pro Bowl QB regain fantasy glory in Minnesota?
Mar. 12, 2026 at 11:22pm
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The Minnesota Vikings have signed former Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray to a one-year contract, adding him to a quarterback room that already includes 2024 first-round pick J.J. McCarthy. Murray, a two-time Pro Bowler, is looking to bounce back after an injury-plagued 2025 season in which he played in just five games. The Vikings are hoping Murray can recapture his previous form and provide a boost to their offense, which features top wide receiver Justin Jefferson.
Why it matters
The addition of Murray adds intrigue and uncertainty to the Vikings' quarterback situation. McCarthy was expected to be the team's QB1 of the future, but now faces a challenge from the more experienced Murray. How the two quarterbacks compete for the starting job in training camp and preseason will be a major storyline for the Vikings and fantasy football managers alike.
The details
Murray signed a one-year deal with the Vikings, putting his long-term future with the team in question. He is looking to bounce back after a 2025 season in which he played in just five games due to injury and was eventually benched in favor of Jacoby Brissett. Despite the injury issues, Murray still posted strong efficiency numbers, with an EPA per dropback of 0.04, matching the marks of Joe Burrow and Trevor Lawrence. The Vikings are hoping that reuniting Murray with offensive coordinator Kevin O'Connell, who has a reputation as a "quarterback whisperer", can help the former No. 1 overall pick regain his Pro Bowl form.
- The Vikings signed Murray to a one-year contract on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
- In the 2024 NFL Draft, the Vikings selected J.J. McCarthy with the 10th overall pick to be their quarterback of the future.
The players
Kyler Murray
A former No. 1 overall pick and two-time Pro Bowl quarterback who is looking to bounce back after an injury-plagued 2025 season with the Arizona Cardinals.
J.J. McCarthy
The Vikings' 2024 first-round draft pick, who was expected to be the team's quarterback of the future before the signing of Kyler Murray.
Justin Jefferson
The Vikings' star wide receiver, who will be a key target for whichever quarterback wins the starting job.
Kevin O'Connell
The Vikings' offensive coordinator, who has a reputation as a "quarterback whisperer" and is expected to help maximize Kyler Murray's talents.
What they’re saying
“We know O'Connell knows how to scheme an offense and will accentuate the strengths of Murray instead of forcing him to do things outside of his comfort zone. The Vikings have playmakers in the passing game so the potential is sky-high.”
— Stan Son, Author
What’s next
The competition between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy for the Vikings' starting quarterback job will be a major storyline to follow throughout the offseason and training camp.
The takeaway
The addition of Kyler Murray to the Vikings' quarterback room adds intrigue and uncertainty to their offense, but also significant upside if Murray can regain his Pro Bowl form under the tutelage of offensive coordinator Kevin O'Connell. This move will have major implications for fantasy football managers as they evaluate the Vikings' passing attack heading into the 2026 season.
