Kyler Murray to Vikings?!
Massive NFL free agency shakeup: Kyler Murray is heading to the Minnesota Vikings [https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/2026-nfl-free-agency-tracker-updates/]. Murray fueled trade speculation himself with a recent "Skol" post [https://x.com/i/status/2032222928444817595] — that's the Vikings' chant. The Chiefs also bolstered their backfield, signing RB Kenneth Walker III [https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/2026-nfl-free-agency-tracker-updates/].
Murray's one-year Vikings deal is for the veteran minimum of $1.3 million. However, he'll still pocket $36.8 million this season, with the Cardinals footing $35.5 million of the bill due to guarantees from his previous contract. The Cardinals are taking a dead-cap hit of $54.3 million. The contract includes a no-tag clause, allowing Murray to become an unrestricted free agent next offseason. This suggests Murray is confident he can win the starting job and earn a lucrative, long-term deal in 2027. Murray will compete with J.J. McCarthy, the Vikings' 2024 first-round pick, for the starting quarterback role. McCarthy struggled with injuries and inconsistent play in 2025. The Vikings also have Carson Wentz in the quarterback room. Murray, the No. 1 overall pick in 2019, had a promising start to his career with the Cardinals, earning Offensive Rookie of the Year honors and two Pro Bowl selections. However, injuries and declining performance led to his release after seven seasons. In his five games last season, Murray threw for 962 yards, six touchdowns, and three interceptions.
