Getty Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals throws inbetween playduring a game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on October 27, 2024 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) The Minnesota Vikings are expected to open up the 2026 NFL season with Kyler Murray as their starting quarterback. After watching J.J. McCarthy struggle to stay healthy last season and play inconsistent football when he was on the field, the Vikings made the quick decision to look