# McCarthy vs Murray QB Battle Heats Up

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Podcast: [Minnesota Vikings News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/minnesota-vikings-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7434914)
Published: 2026-06-23T12:49:37+00:00
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The Vikings’ QB battle is heating up—J.J. McCarthy is making a serious push against Kyler Murray for the starting job, with McCarthy showing more consistency and work ethic in minicamp. Murray, still adjusting to the new offense, faces pressure to prove he can compete, while McCarthy’s performance suggests he’s ready to take over. Coach O’Connell plans to keep reps split and won’t name a starter until late August, but training camp will be the real test—winning isn’t just about passing stats, it’s about who fits the team best. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8c1d3baf6e1247dc

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