Vikings Sign Kyler Murray for One Year, Keeping Options Open

0:00Welcome to NFL News Today. Two minutes of updates that matter to NFL fans, hit subscribe and stay connected. The Minnesota Vikings have faced a lot of changes at quarterback over the past two seasons. They've used short-term one-year deals as a bridge while waiting for rookie JJ McCarthy to take over. Now, heading into 2026, they're mixing it up by bringing in Kyler Murray alongside McCarthy. Earlier this year, those one-year contracts paid off in 2024. But McCarthy struggled in 2025, prompting the team to rethink their plan. Team leaders have been open about wanting stability, without big long-term risks. Fans and analysts see this as a smart way to compete now while building for later. Recently, insiders revealed the Vikings talked about offering Murray more than just a basic deal. They explored adding a second year to his contract during early talks. In the end, they settled on a simple minimum salary agreement for one year, including a clause that prevents using the franchise tag next time.

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