From OutKick · Armando Salguero · · 1m
Vikings name Kyler Murray starter after concussion
Vikings promote Carson Wentz as starter after Kyler Murray's concussion.
In brief
Vikings promote Carson Wentz as starter after Kyler Murray's concussion. Vikings start Carson Wentz over Kyler Murray due to Murray's concussion protocol. Originally reported by OutKick.
Vikings name Kyler Murray starter
Minnesota Vikings named Kyler Murray their starting quarterback over J.J. McCarthy.
Kyler Murray in concussion protocol
Kyler Murray remains in concussion protocol after suffering a concussion in regular-season opener.
Carson Wentz starts Sunday game
Carson Wentz will start Sunday's game against Chicago Bears due to Murray's concussion protocol.
Murray's concussion details
Murray left game with 9-0 deficit after 2:08 left in third quarter.
Wentz leads comeback win
Wentz completed 12 of 19 passes for 133 yards and 3 touchdowns without turnovers.
Vikings' quarterback history
Vikings have flipped quarterbacks 11 times in O'Connell's five-year tenure.
Murray's potential return
Murray may return to start if he recovers from concussion and stays healthy.
What matters most
Vikings start Carson Wentz over Kyler Murray due to Murray's concussion protocol.
