Key Vikings struggling early during 2026 NFL training camp

The Minnesota Vikings opened 2026 NFL training camp with an urgent quarterback competition between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy, after inconsistent play contributed to missing the playoffs in 2025. Early on, Murray took most first-team snaps, showing a standout deep completion, but also missed throws and made communication errors. McCarthy worked more with the second unit and leaned toward shorter, safer passes. Beyond quarterback, Minnesota extended right tackle Brian O’Neill for four years and $96 million, keeping him under contract through the 2030 season. Still, early camp hasn’t been smooth for everyone: the article highlights fumbles from two poor exchanges with the center and near-turnover miscommunications by Murray.