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Byron Murphy’s two-INT game gives Vikings a timely Cam Bynum connection

Byron Murphy’s two interceptions recall Cam Bynum’s 2023 feat as the Minnesota Vikings prepare to host the Indianapolis Colts on October 25.

By Allison Koehler · The Viking Age

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 11:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Byron Murphy Jr. became the first Viking with a two-interception game since Cam Bynum in 2023.
Murphy earned NFC Defensive Player of the Week following Minnesota's 23-13 win against the New Orleans Saints.
Former Vikings safety Cam Bynum is set to face Minnesota with the Indianapolis Colts on October 25.

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Minnesota Vikings cornerback Byron Murphy Jr. was named NFC Defensive Player of the Week after intercepting Tyler Shough twice during a 23-13 victory over the New Orleans Saints. He became the first Viking to record two interceptions in a single game since former Minnesota safety Cam Bynum achieved the feat in 2023.

The performance serves as a timely reminder of their former secondary partnership as Bynum prepares to face Minnesota with the Indianapolis Colts on October 25. The writer notes that Murphy now has three interceptions through five games this season under defensive coordinator Brian Flores.

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