Carson Wentz to start for Vikings as Kyler Murray sidelined

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 5 Nov, 20:03 · Archive

The Minnesota Vikings have benched Kyler Murray in favour of Carson Wentz for Monday night's game against the Buffalo Bills. Coach Kevin O'Connell announced the move on Thursday after determining Murray has a hamstring strain. O'Connell said the team did not want to risk worsening the injury by having Murray play through it early in his recovery.

Murray has not performed to expectations since joining the Vikings on a one-year contract in March. He has thrown five touchdown passes in six games this season, ranking him tied for 29th in the NFL. The Vikings' passing attack has averaged 165 yards per game, ranking 31st in the league, and the offence overall ranks 27th, averaging 20 points per game. Murray's completion rate of 64.9 per cent is his worst since his rookie year, and his quarterback rating of 86.6 is the worst of his career.

Wentz previously came off the bench in Week One, throwing three touchdown passes in the fourth quarter alone during a comeback victory against the Green Bay Packers. Max Brosmer will serve as the backup quarterback.

How it is being reported

• Carson Wentz to start for Vikings with Kyler Murray injuredThe Vikings won't have Kyler Murray under center on Monday against the Bills.New York Post · 5 Nov, 18:45
• Minnesota Vikings' soft benching of Kyler Murray leads to Carson Wentz taking over as new starting QBKyler Murray's hamstring issue opens the door for Carson Wentz as coach Kevin O'Connell looks to improve a struggling offense before Monday Night FootballFox News · 5 Nov, 18:36

In this story: Minnesota Vikings · Kyler Murray · Carson Wentz · Kevin O'Connell · Buffalo Bills · Green Bay Packers

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