Vikings name Kyler Murray starting QB over J.J. McCarthy

The quarterback battle in Minnesota has come to a swift conclusion, as the Vikings have named Kyler Murray their new starter over former first-round pick J.J. McCarthy . Head coach Kevin O'Connell informed the team of his decision on Tuesday. This battle was expected to last into the preseason, but O'Connell called the contest four days before the Vikings are scheduled to take the field against the New York Giants . As for the status of McCarthy, O'Connell said he is slotted in as the backup and "he's ready to go."