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NFL insiders repeat Carson Wentz warning for Vikings' Kyler Murray

NFL insiders repeat Carson Wentz warning for Vikings' Kyler Murray

Minnesota Vikings radio sideline reporter Ben Leber is among those who think Vikings starting quarterback Kyler Murray won't clear the concussion protocol in time to play in this coming Sunday's game at the rival Chicago Bears (1-0).

Vikings' Kyler Murray gets strong Carson Wentz warning amid uncertainty
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Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The News / September 14
'It just feels different': Ben Leber would stick with Carson Wentz over Kyler Murray

'It just feels different': Ben Leber would stick with Carson Wentz over Kyler Murray

If Kyler Murray is cleared from the concussion he suffered in a win over the Packers on Sunday, the Vikings will undoubtedly start him at quarterback in Week 2 against the Bears.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 26
Former Vikings player suggests poor J.J. McCarthy, Kyler Murray relationship could lead to stunning decision

Former Vikings player suggests poor J.J. McCarthy, Kyler Murray relationship could lead to stunning decision

It has since been suggested that the Vikings could ultimately waive J.J. McCarthy before the deadline for teams to trim rosters to 53 players arrives Sunday at 6 p.m. ET. 

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Ben Leber questions the health of Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy's relationship

Ben Leber questions the health of Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy's relationship

Watch one episode of Netflix’s “Quarterback” and you’ll quickly see how well Joe Flacco gets along with his teammates, including Joe Burrow, who reclaimed the QB1 role from him late last season in Cincinnati.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / June 8
Thielen Backs J.J. McCarthy, Leber Wonders About Trade Compensation

Thielen Backs J.J. McCarthy, Leber Wonders About Trade Compensation

What does the future hold for J.J. McCarthy in Minnesota? That's the question swirling around the Vikings' offseason right now. The notion of McCarthy being in a genuine competition with Kyler Murray for the QB1 role has started to fade a bit during OTAs.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Minnesota Vikings News / Dose.ca / April 5
The Minnesota Vikings receive a clear warning ahead of the draft

The Minnesota Vikings receive a clear warning ahead of the draft

Holding the 18th pick, the organization might be tempted to move up in the draft order if a coveted player slips. However, in the Vikings' 2026 draft coverage, former team member Ben Leber has issued a clear warning: in his view, trading away draft picks would be a mistake.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 19
Ben Leber Isn’t Crazy, But His Carson Wentz Take Has People Spiraling

Ben Leber Isn’t Crazy, But His Carson Wentz Take Has People Spiraling

Ben Leber is not a crazy person, so when the former Minnesota Vikings linebacker says Carson Wentz might be at the top of the quarterback depth chart, we all need to take a deep breath and analyze the situation as thoroughly as possible.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / January 5
Vikings analyst rips McCarthy's 'theatrics' after pulling himself from Packers game

Vikings analyst rips McCarthy's 'theatrics' after pulling himself from Packers game

J.J. McCarthy's turbulent first season as the Vikings' starting quarterback came to an end shortly into the second half of Sunday's 16-3 win over the Packers.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 1
Vikings radio analyst and ex-player calls Minnesota's offense 'broken'

Vikings radio analyst and ex-player calls Minnesota's offense 'broken'

Do the Vikings have a young quarterback problem, or do their issues on offense run even deeper than that? After perhaps the worst offensive performance in the history of the franchise, it's a fair question to ask.

Minnesota Vikings News / Vikings Territory / May 19, 2024

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