Jason Harmon· Sep 26, 2026
Previewing the Vikings' Week 3 trip to Tampa Bay, he expects Kyler Murray to return to the field Sunday after being limited to eleven snaps on the season, and argues Murray will need to lift the passing game while avoiding turnovers.
“The Vikings have seen their starting quarterback get a grand total of eleven snaps this season, a number that is finally set to change on Sunday.”
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“The Vikings have seen their starting quarterback get a grand total of eleven snaps this season, a number that is finally set to change on Sunday. (Week 3 at Tampa Bay)”
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