Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray is still dealing with a sore hamstring, an issue that popped up late in their Sunday loss to the Lions and is definitely sticking around. Even with the lingering tightness, the now 6-1 Vikings are holding firm, planning to start Murray in their Week 9 Monday night game against the Bills, *if* he’s healthy enough to play. Talk about high stakes after their perfect run just ended!
Murray’s Injury Still a Question Mark
Yeah, Murray didn’t have to leave that game against the Lions on Sunday, but don’t let that fool you. His hamstring remains an actual issue on Monday, leaving everyone wondering. Head coach Kevin O’Connell confirmed to reporters at a press conference that his quarterback is indeed dealing with soreness. And when pressed about Murray’s status for the upcoming Buffalo game, O’Connell was clear, stating, “I don’t think we’re there yet,” on making a definitive determination. That tells you everything you need to know about the uncertainty hanging over this Week 9 matchup.
Vikings Sticking to Their Plan For Week 9
So, the Vikings kicked off the season with a wild 6-0 start, right? Pretty impressive on paper, but the offense has been struggling to really find its groove all through that run. Now, after taking their first loss of the season, the whispers about a possible quarterback change have gone from a simmer to a full boil. But hold up, O’Connell is pumping the brakes on that chatter. He specifically said the Vikings *plan* to start Murray against the Bills, as long as the man is healthy enough to hit the field. It sounds like they’re not hitting the panic button just yet, no matter what the rumor mill is spinning.
So, for their big Monday night showdown against the Bills, all eyes are going to be on Kyler Murray and that hamstring. Can he shake off the soreness and lead the Vikings back to their winning ways? Or will this injury finally force O’Connell to make a move he doesn’t want to? We’ll find out when the final word drops on his Week 9 status.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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