Kyler Murray beat J.J. McCarthy in a non-existent QB battle

EAGAN, MINNESOTA - MAY 27: Kyler Murray #1 and J.J. McCarthy #9 of the Minnesota Vikings look on during an OTA workout at Twin Cities Orthopedics Performance Center on May 27, 2026 in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Minnesota Vikings named Kyler Murray their starting quarter

The Vikings' QB battle has ended prior to the beginning of the preseason

Kyler Murray wins the Minnesota Vikings quarterback battle over J.J. McCarthy, but multiple accounts say the veteran has struggled at times in camp.

Vikings pick Kyler Murray as their starting quarterback over J.J. McCarthy, AP source says  Toronto Star

Kyler Murray named Vikings starting QB. What does that mean for JJ McCarthy?  usatoday.com

The Vikings made a choice at quarterback before the preseason began.

The Vikings are committing to Kyler Murray as their starting quarterback.

The Vikings have made their choice at quarterback. Minnesota is going with Kyler Murray as their signal-caller, bailing on third-year quarterback J.J. McCarthy. The Vikings selected McCarthy with the No. 10 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, but now his time with the franchise could be numbered. J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray

Kevin O’Connell’s decision gives the former No. 1 overall pick a chance to revive his career in Minnesota while raising new questions about the future of the franchise’s 2024 first-round investment.

Murray's experience, his ability to push the ball downfield and McCarthy's inconsistency helped coach Kevin O'Connell make the decision.

Time's Up for Murray and McCarthy: O'Connell Must Decide Starting Quarterback  Sports Illustrated

NFL 2026 Training Camp And Peseason: The Battles In The NFC  Forbes