# Vikings' QB Battle Ends as Expected: Kyler Murray Beats Out JJ McCarthy

The Minnesota Vikings have concluded their quarterback competition, naming Kyler Murray the starter over JJ McCarthy. This decision resolves the team's highly anticipated battle for the starting signal-caller position.

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- [Fox News Sports](https://www.foxnews.com/sports/vikings-quarterback-battle-meets-expected-end-kyler-murray-beats-jj-mccarthy-starting-job) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:15:31 -0400