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NFL: Carson Wentz to Back Up Kyler Murray in Vikings' Week 1 Game
September 10, 2026
CANTON, Ohio, Sept. 10 -- The National Football League posted the following news:

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Carson Wentz to back up Kyler Murray in Vikings' Week 1 game; J.J. McCarthy is QB3

Kevin Patra, Senior News Writer

J.J. McCarthy's tumble down the depth chart is complete.

Coach Kevin O'Connell announced Wednesday that Carson Wentz will serve as the backup quarterback to Kyler Murray on Sunday against the Green Bay Packers. McCart . . .

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