From Newsweek · Andrew Gould · · 1m 20s
Vikings reveal Kyler Murray's status for Week 2
Vikings confirm Kyler Murray out for Week 2 after concussion.
In brief
Vikings confirm Kyler Murray out for Week 2 after concussion. Vikings' Kyler Murray won't play Week 2 due to concussion from Week 1 game against Packers. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Vikings rule out Kyler Murray
The Minnesota Vikings officially ruled out Kyler Murray for Week 2 due to a concussion suffered in a Week 1 win over the Green Bay Packers.
Murray's injury details
Murray left his Vikings debut after getting hit on the head while sliding and completed three of five passes for 18 yards and an interception before suffering a concussion.
Carson Wentz to start
Head coach Kevin O'Connell said Carson Wentz will start for Minnesota over second-string quarterback J.J. McCarthy.
Murray's contract history
Minnesota signed Murray to a one-year, $1.3 million contract after seven seasons with the Arizona Cardinals, who released him in March.
Vikings' Week 2 game plan
The Vikings expect Murray to get cleared next week and will look to snag another early win at a rival's expense.
Game outcome
Wentz completed 12 of 19 passes for 133 yards and three touchdowns as the Vikings scored 22 straight fourth-quarter points to leave U.S. Bank Stadium with a division triumph.
The one thing
Vikings' Kyler Murray won't play Week 2 due to concussion from Week 1 game against Packers.
