Fantasy draft season is officially here, folks! Over the next couple of weeks, millions of us are gonna dive into our drafts, hoping to build a championship roster. And if you’re looking at the Minnesota Vikings’ fantasy projections for 2026, especially for their quarterback, Kyler Murray, you might be scratching your head. Murray’s consensus rank is QB17, with an ADP of 136 overall, but those numbers feel way off base to me.
Murray’s Numbers Are Seriously Undervalued, Period.
Let’s talk about Kyler Murray’s projected stats for 2026: 3,499 passing yards, 23.5 touchdowns to 14 interceptions, plus 476 rushing yards and 3.4 rushing touchdowns. Undervalued? Absolutely! And for us here in the Emerald City, the proof is in the pudding. That projection is nearly 1,000 passing yards and over 10 passing touchdowns *fewer* than our own Sam Darnold threw in 2024. Yeah, I said it. Before he suited up in a Vikings uniform and put up 35 touchdowns, Darnold had never surpassed 19 passing TDs. But it happened!
Vikings head coach KOC is still calling plays, their offensive line looks legit, and the running game is strong and balanced. Plus, they added Jauan Jennings to the mix. If Murray can just stay healthy, and yeah, that’s a big concern given his last five seasons, these projections are his absolute floor. With all those weapons, Murray could totally approach Top 10 fantasy QB production. Don’t sleep on him.
JJettas Is Still Elite, But Don’t Overpay For TDs
Then there’s Justin Jefferson, the absolute best wide receiver in real life. His fantasy projection puts him at WR6 with an ADP of 13 overall. He’s projected for 98.6 receptions, 1,311 yards, and 7.1 touchdowns. The consensus says “Just Right,” and honestly, I agree. Historically, his fantasy output has been held back by inconsistent QB play and fewer touchdowns than other elite guys. He only hit 6th in fantasy twice, in 2021 and 2024.
Even with Murray reclaiming his 2024 form, there are just too many mouths to feed in that Vikings offense. We’re talking Jordan Addison, T.J. Hockenson, and Jauan Jennings. Those guys are gonna benefit from Jefferson drawing all the attention, especially in the red zone. So, betting on double-digit Griddy dances in the end zone might be a stretch. 7.1 touchdowns seems pretty spot on.
Addison’s Output Will Feel The Jennings Impact
Rounding out the Vikings’ receivers, Jordan Addison comes in at WR46 with an ADP of 105. His projected stats are 55.2 receptions, 758 yards, and 5.4 touchdowns. Again, the “Just Right” call feels right here. The real question for Addison’s fantasy output is how much Jauan Jennings, now an improved WR3 on paper, will eat into his targets. It’s gonna be a competition for those looks.
So, while Vikings fans might be dreaming of their next Super Bowl run, like 50 years ago, us Seattle faithful know that feeling all too well. For your fantasy drafts, keep an eye on Murray; that Darnold comparison from 2024 is a real benchmark. Get your draft boards ready, folks, the season is almost here!
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Originally reported by Daily Norseman.
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