Health Will Decide MN Vikings’ QB for Week 9… Supposedly

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell stated that quarterback Kyler Murray's hamstring injury will determine whether he starts in Week 9 against the Buffalo Bills. Murray sustained the injury during a 19-15 loss to the Detroit Lions, though O'Connell confirmed Murray remains the starter if healthy. Minnesota faces Buffalo on Monday night, giving the medical staff an additional day to evaluate his mobility.

Media analysts, including Mike Florio, raised speculation that the injury could lead to a soft benching in favor of backup Carson Wentz. Reporter Darren Wolfson indicated that Wentz will start if Murray cannot run effectively, while also reporting minimal traction on potential trade pursuits before the November 10 deadline.