AEW star Jon Moxley will take part in a huge street fight match later this week. His reign as the Continental Champion has been great so far. However, despite him playing fair, a group of stars are challenging him to bring out the beast inside the One True King. The Death Riders have been colliding with the Shane Taylor Promotions for the past few days following Double or Nothing.
On the Dynamite following the pay-per-view, the two factions crossed paths. Things escalated between them when Shane Taylor knocked out Jon Moxley with a huge punch. This attack almost led to the loss of the Death Riders. However, the former AEW World Champion recovered and won the tag team match.
On the latest edition of Collision, the Death Riders’ leader joined PAC and Claudio Castagnoli to take on Shane Taylor Promotion’s Carlie Bravo, Lee Moriarty and Shawn Dean. While Trish Adora tried to disrupt the match, Marina Shafir neutralised her, and the Riders stood tall again.
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Tonight on Dynamite, the reigning Continental Champion put his title on the line against Shan Taylor. After many surprise attacks, the two stars finally locked horns. Despite his best efforts, Shane Taylor couldn’t defeat Jon Moxley. After the loss, Taylor decided to attack the Continental Champion. Along with him, the rest of the Shane Taylor Promotion took down the Death Riders.
After the brutal attack, Jon Moxley, who couldn’t speak clearly, claimed that Shane Taylor should have walked away after his loss. However, now that they chose violence, Daniel Garcia laid out a major match. He announced that the Death Riders will take on the Shane Taylor Promotions in a street fight match on this week’s Collision.
“Shane, you could have walked away tonight with your pride,” he said.
It will be interesting to see which faction stands tall later this week.
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The Cincinnati Bengals began their training camp on Wednesday, and fuses were lit almost immediately.
All-Pro receiver Ja’Marr Chase found himself in the middle of quite the brouhaha during practice, launching a helmet in the process.
It’s not clear what started the ruckus between Chase and cornerbacks DJ Turner and Jalen Davis, but Chase “jawed with the entire defense,” according to WLWT.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase confronts cornerback DJ Turner II during training camp at Kettering Health Practice Fields in Cincinnati, Ohio, on July 29, 2026.(IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
The Athletic also reported that a punch was thrown, but it’s not known by who.
Davis later told reporters that the skirmish was nothing more than “just competing.”
“That’s all it is,” he said.
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In fact, he even said he wanted there to be a fight “every day.”
“I always feel like the energy’s gotta be like that. It’s gotta be like that on both sides of the field,” Davis added.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase confronts cornerback DJ Turner II during training camp at Kettering Health Practice Fields in Cincinnati, Ohio, on July 29, 2026.(IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Davis even squared up at Chase for a split second before cooler heads prevailed.
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The Bengals defense hasn’t shown much fight in recent years, giving up the third-most points in the NFL last season and the seventh-most the year prior.
Chase was named a First-team All-Pro for the second time in as many years this past season, cementing himself as maybe the game’s best receiver. In his first five seasons, he has eclipsed 6,837 yards on 767 receptions and 54 touchdowns – an average of 113 catches, 1,490 yards and 11.8 scores per season.
Cincinnati went 6-11 last year and lost Joe Burrow to a severe case of turf toe.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’marr Chase confronts cornerback DJ Turner II during training camp at Kettering Health Practice Fields in Cincinnati, Ohio, on July 29, 2026.(IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
This brief fight wasn’t the only news out of Cincinnati, as defensive lineman Shemar Stewart suffered an ugly-looking leg injury and had to be carted off.
Welcome back to our summer tracking series, where we take an in-depth look at some of the best talent in the NFL before the 2026 regular season begins. After ranking the best offensive lines last week, we turn our attention toward the defensive lines this week.
An defensive line’s key role is to stop opposing offense’s running plays and rush the quarterback on passing plays. They serve as the first line of defense and are a critical group for ever team. Here, we rank the five best defensive lines in the NFL for the 2026 season.
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#5. Pittsburgh Steelers
The Pittsburgh Steelers boast a solid defensive line heading into the upcoming season. We have them at No. 5 on our list.
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The Steelers’ defense will be led by veteran T.J. Watt. The eight-time Pro Bowl defensive end has recorded 115.0 sacks since the team drafted him in 2017.
Moreover, with Keanu Benton, Cameron Ward and Alex Highsmith, the Steelers have forged a formidable rearguard.
#4. Denver Broncos
The Denver Broncos‘ defensive line has garnered some attention in the past few seasons. They are ranked at No. 4 on our list.
Denver’s star defensive end Zach Allen, who has been with the team for three seasons, is expected to play a key role for the franchise in the upcoming season. He has posted 32.0 sacks since being drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in 2019.
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Moreover, Denver also has Eyioma Uwazurike, D.J. Jones and Malcolm Roach as a defensive line that works well in a group.
#3. Philadelphia Eagles
The Philadelphia Eagles have arguably the most balanced defensive line in the league for the upcoming season. We’ve ranked them at No. 3.
The Eagles’ defensive will be led by two-time Pro Bowler Jalen Carter. The defensive tackle has recorded 108 tackles and13.5 sacks in three seasons with the franchise.
Philly’s defensive line is also boosted by Jordan Davis, Moro Ojomo and Nolan Smith Jr., all of whom played key roles in helping the team win the Super Bowl in 2025.
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#2. Houston Texans
The Houston Texans have become a force in the past few seasons due to their defensive line. We’ve ranked them at No. 2 on our list.
Will Anderson Jr. has grown into a key player for the franchise since Houston drafted him in 2023. The defensive end has racked up 136 tackles and 30.0 sacks in the past three seasons.
The Texans also have Logan Hall, Sheldon Rankins and Danielle Hunter that operates in a solid system.
#1. LA Rams
The LA Rams appear to have the most dominant defensive line in the NFL as we enter the 2026 season. We have ranked them at No. 1.
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The Rams acquired defensive end Myles Garrett in a blockbuster trade this offseason. Garrett, a two-time Defensive Player of the Year and seven-time Pro Bowler, set the record for the most sacks in a season (23.0) when he played for the Cleveland Browns last season.
With Braden Fiske, Kobie Turner and Byron Young filling up the defensive line, the Rams are considered on of the favorites to reach the Super Bowl.
Garrett and the Rams lead this week’s defensive line efficiency rankings. However, our list could change in the coming weeks, depending on the preseason performances and other factors. Stay tuned for our next edition, in which we will shed light on a different position on the gridiron.
Robin Roberts Stadium, operated by the Springfield Park District, has been home to the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes since 2022. The stadium will host the first season of the Women’s Professional Baseball League in 2026.
ESPN announced a media rights agreement Thursday to stream this season’s Women’s Pro Baseball League games.
The WBPL’s inaugural regular season starts Saturday and runs through Sept. 6, followed by the best-of-three semifinals and best-of-five championship series.
Four teams are participating: New York Heights, Boston Hunters, Los Angeles Queens and San Francisco Firebells. All games will be played at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield, Ill.
EPN will stream 37 games, including 11 regular-season contests that also will be simulcast on the Scripps Sports Network.
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“Bringing the WPBL to ESPN is an exciting addition to our growing baseball offerings,” said Ashley O’Connor, vice president of programming at ESPN. “This agreement enhances our already strong baseball lineup, underscores our dedication to women’s sports, and provides fans with access to a compelling new professional league.”
Coverage on ESPN Select kicks off on Saturday at 6 p.m. ET with Los Angeles facing New York.
The Big Ten arrives in Chicago for media days this month carrying college football’s heavyweight belt.
Three consecutive national championships from three different programs — Michigan, Ohio State and Indiana — have flipped college football’s power structure and given the league unmatched bragging rights entering the 2026 season. That championship streak will frame every conversation inside the Hilton Chicago, where expectations are soaring across an 18-team conference loaded with legitimate playoff threats.
Curt Cignetti sits atop the summit after completing Indiana’s improbable rise, while Ryan Day, Dan Lanning and Lincoln Riley remain among the sport’s most scrutinized power brokers. Add proven program-builders such as Matt Campbell, Kyle Whittingham, Jedd Fisch and Kirk Ferentz, and there’s not a deeper collection of accomplished coaches anywhere in the country.
Big Ten Media Days are no longer simply a Midwest football gathering. This is a three-day summit for the conference currently dictating the national conversation. Quarterback battles, championship expectations and the pressure attached to several high-profile jobs will dominate the week, but the league’s central message is already obvious: The road to another national championship still runs through the Big Ten and everyone else is trying to catch up.
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Here’s a look at where to watch 2026 Big Ten Media Days, along with a breakdown of the full appearance schedule ahead of the anticipated event.
Where to watch 2026 Big Ten Media Days
Dates: July 28-30 Location: Hilton Chicago on Michigan Avenue | Chicago, Illinois TV: Big Ten Network
Trainer Henry Dwyer is counting on Cote Atlantique’s retained fitness to ensure a strong first-up performance in Saturday’s Aurie’s Star Handicap (1200m) at Flemington.
The Irish-bred import is returning after a series of races in Victoria, New Zealand, and Brisbane, with Dwyer believing the gelding has progressed optimally through his winter preparation.
Dwyer observed Cote Atlantique’s final workout at Ballarat on Tuesday prior to his own departure for the United Kingdom, where his stable’s prominent runner, Asfoora, is slated to compete in the Group 2 King George Qatar Stakes at Goodwood on Friday night (Melbourne time).
Cote Atlantique delivered several commendable performances during his initial Victorian season, finishing second to the future Group 1 winner Sepals at Caulfield. He followed this with a fourth-place finish behind Evaporate and Transatlantic at Sandown, a duo that subsequently claimed the quinella in the Toorak Handicap.
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He also secured a notable victory in the Seymour Cup, defeating the highly-rated Saint George.
Dwyer felt the gelding experienced some ill fortune during his Brisbane campaign but noted that the primary advantage was escaping the harsh Ballarat winter climate.
“He’s fully acclimatised now and he’s had the winter up in Brisbane just to get him out of the cold at Ballarat,” Dwyer remarked. “He was a bit unlucky in a couple of runs up there and he probably should have won a couple with even luck. He’s a good, genuine, honest sort of horse. I think about Listed, Group 3 class. He had those runs up there, he’s had a really light four weeks between runs. He had a gallop on Tuesday, which was pretty much his only gallop in four weeks, but he has good residual fitness.”
“We thought we’d give him a run down the straight and then there’s a nice 1400-metre Listed race, the Leon Macdonald Stakes, in Adelaide three weeks later. It’s a weight-for-age race, he’s rated 100, so it’s a bit hard to place him, but he seems in good order.”
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Dwyer stated that the stable intends to carefully select races for Cote Atlantique throughout the spring, aiming for events that best suit the consistent galloper.
“It’s a long spring ahead and there’s plenty of options for him,” Dwyer said. “We’ll find the weakest races we can. He’s been very consistent without winning a lot of races in his time here. I think he’s best at 1400 metres with the blinkers on, so I don’t know if we’ll stretch him out to the mile again. He just gets the mile, but he wants soft tracks too.”
In other news, Dwyer has joined Asfoora in England after the mare arrived in Newmarket on Wednesday, preparing for her Group 2 assignment at Goodwood. This marked the trainer’s initial opportunity to see the mare since her last-place finish in a Group 3 race at Sandown on July 4.
“She seems good,” Dwyer confirmed. “She had 10 days in the paddock after Sandown and is 10 days back in work. She looks terrific. She’s sound, there’s nothing wrong with her. She can run on Friday and hopefully run well and then most likely go to stud.”
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Dallas Cowboys running back Jaydon Blue is preparing for his second season with the franchise. Blue, who had a limited role in his rookie season, grabbed headlines on the first day of training camp this week.
During the first day of the Cowboys’ training camp on Wednesday, Blue made one of the best plays after he showed off his speed with an explosive 45-yard touchdown run.
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Following his dynamic play, Blue made a bold claim in a conversation with Jon Machota of The Athletic. The second-year running back claimed that players don’t “stand a chance” against him in one-on-one situations.
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“My speed is what I’m best at,” Blue said. “Once I get in the open field and it’s one-on-one, I don’t think anyone in this league can stand a chance.”
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Blue was limited to just five games in his rookie year and played more than 15 snaps only once, in the regular-season finale. He rushed for his first NFL touchdown in the Week 18 clash against the New York Giants.
Cowboys running back Jaydon Blue expected to be key offensive weapon in 2026
Jaydon Blue posted 128 rushing yards with one touchdown in his rookie season. However, his dynamic plays is expected to add another dimension to the Cowboys’ offense this season.
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Cowboys’ Pro Bowl wide receiver KaVontae Turpin is another dynamic threat in the Cowboys’ offense. His offensive partnership with Blue could help the Cowboys’ playoff push in 2026.
In a statement released after Thursday’s meeting, which was held virtually and chaired by president Aleksander Ceferin, Uefa said it and its 55 member associations “stand as one”.
“We unanimously and unequivocally reject Fifa’s proposal to transfer ownership interests in the World Cup and other Fifa competitions to private investors,” it said.
On Wednesday, Uefa had accused Fifa of using football “to enrich themselves and their friends”.
Its statement on Thursday was even more damning, calling it “irresponsible and indefensible that a proposal of such significance for football was conceived in secret” and “without any meaningful consultation” with those who steward the game.
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It added: “This is not merely a profound failure of leadership, but an abdication of Fifa’s duty as the custodian of world football.
“National associations around the world are now presented with an ultimatum: accept the irreversible capture of football’s greatest competitions or bear the consequences.
“This is not a ‘democratic decision’, but governance by intimidation – an act of coercion unworthy of an institution entrusted with the stewardship of the global game.”
While Uefa only accounts for a quarter of Fifa’s membership, it does include most of the world’s most successful teams.
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Six of the eight quarter-finalists – including winners Spain – at this summer’s World Cup were European. In the 2022 and 2018 editions, the figures were five and six respectively.
Of the 23 World Cups to have taken place to date, 13 have been won by European countries.
Gianni Infantino’s controversial idea for the future of the World Cup and all FIFA competitions has dominated the football world
16:33, 30 Jul 2026Updated 16:42, 30 Jul 2026
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UEFA and the FA will boycott the World Cup if Gianni Infantino’s controversial plan for FIFA goes through. This decision came after a meeting was held by UEFA and it’s 55 member nations in response to Infantino’s idea to bring more outside investment in the federation’s competitions.
Infantino’s vision is to sell shares in its tournaments which would include the World Cup, its equivalent women’s competitions and ones in various age groups, as well as the Club World Cup. Ire and anger has proceeded the idea, which was presented by Infantino and has also received the backing of Joshua Kushner, the brother of President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Jared.
Reports had surfaced claiming that FIFA had written to their 211 member associations with the promise of $40m (£30m) should they express support for the scheme, something which UEFA have since condemned, with those who do not support it receiving much less.
The plan has already been condemned by the Premier League and UEFA, as well as the FA. After the latest meeting, it’s been confirmed England and many others would boycott FIFA competitions if Infantino’s idea was actualised.
UEFA have also released a statement following the emergency meeting, which reads: “UEFA and its national associations will not participate in FIFA competitions UEFA and its 55 member associations stand as one. We unanimously and unequivocally reject FIFA’s proposal to transfer ownership interests in the World Cup and other FIFA competitions to private investors.
“The World Cup cannot be treated as an investment product. It is one of football’s greatest sporting legacies. It has been built over generations by players, national teams and supporters across every continent. No part of it should ever be surrendered to private investors. The World Cup is not for sale.
“It is both irresponsible and indefensible that a proposal of such significance for football was conceived in secret and brought to the brink of approval without any meaningful consultation with those entrusted with stewarding the game. This is not merely a profound failure of leadership, but an abdication of FIFA’s duty as the custodian of world football.
“National associations around the world are now presented with an ultimatum: accept the irreversible capture of football’s greatest competitions or bear the consequences. This is not a ‘democratic decision’, but governance by intimidation – an act of coercion unworthy of an institution entrusted with the stewardship of the global game.
“But our opposition goes far beyond process. The moment external investors acquire ownership interests in FIFA competitions, football changes forever. Commercial return becomes a permanent obligation. Investor expectations become a daily pressure.
“From that moment onwards, every decision on the international calendar, every decision on competition formats and every decision shaping the future of football is no longer driven by what best serves the game, but by what best serves shareholders.
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“This model has no place in world football. Football’s future cannot be dictated by the expectations of those whose first duty is to maximise financial return. Nor can the interests of national associations, leagues, clubs, players and supporters become subordinate to investor returns. Football cannot mortgage its future for financial gain.“Europe’s position is clear. We will never lend this model our legitimacy. No one has the moral authority to sell what they merely hold in trust for the next generation. As a result of today’s discussion, no UEFA national teams will participate in any FIFA competition for so long as these proposals remain alive, unless this proposal has been abandoned in its entirety and binding assurances have been given that FIFA will never again open its governance or competitions to private ownership.
“Nobody should be in any doubt: UEFA and its national associations will oppose these plans with absolute determination. There are moments when institutions are judged not by what they are prepared to accept, but by what they refuse to compromise.
“This is one of those moments. Some things are simply too important to sell. The FIFA World Cup belongs to football. It always will. And so long as Europe has a voice, it will never be for sale.”
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UEFA, European football’s governing body, came out publicly in opposition to the plan within an hour of it first being reported by the Financial Times and Times on Monday.
Shortly after the newspaper reports, FIFA, the sport’s global governing body, issued a statement in which it confirmed the plan. In a later statement, it gave FIFA’s 211 member associations until September 19 to express their written support for the scheme. The proposal requires a simple majority and approval from the FIFA Council to pass.
UEFA doubled down on its criticism after learning of the deadline, saying: “Today we have learned of FIFA’s deadline to associations to support their proposals or have the one-off payout offer withdrawn. This says everything you need to know about this plan.
Aleksander Ceferin’s UEFA has been at loggerheads with FIFA for some timeImage: Mike Egerton/PA/picture alliance
It added that talks with many stakeholders showed that “there is significant and growing opposition to FIFA’s scheme. FIFA cannot to use our sport to enrich themselves and their friends.”
DFB: FIFA plan ‘problematic and unacceptable’
Germany’s mass-circulation Bild paper reported that key UEFA officials including German FA (DFB) President Bernd Neuendorf had already discussed the FIFA plans via a video call on Wednesday.
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“We must not lose the fans’ support, but we are well on the way to squandering that,” he told public broadcaster ZDF afterwards. “I consider this to be extremely problematic and unacceptable,” he added.
“If UEFA rejects this request (for approval of the plan), then it is dead, because I believe that you won’t be able to find any investor who would be willing to go ahead with this project if UEFA is out.”
Bernd Neuendorf can’t see the FIFA plan going forward without UEFA on boardImage: Ulrich Wagner/picture alliance
Other critics have expressed fears that the deal could lead to more tournaments, teams and matches to increase revenue and boost the value of investors’ stakes.
UEFA hasn’t been the only confederation to criticize the report. CONCACAF, responsible for North and Central America, as well as the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) have also expressed concerns that the proposal was made public without their consultation while the African confederation (CAF) have said they will discuss the plans next week. Members of the FIFA Council, including Neuendorf, have said they were not consulted on the latest proposal.
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FIFA: Subsidiary could raise billions ‘this year’
FIFA has said the new subsidiary, to be known as FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) would be valued at $20 billion and that it would aim to raise up to $4.2 billion “this year” by “carefully selecting long-term investors who will purchase minority, non-controlling interests” in the company. FFE would be responsible for FIFA’s commercial rights like broadcast, sponsorship, ticketing and licensing contracts. By far the most valuable of these are those linked to the World Cup,
Under the plan, FIFA said it could make $10 billion available for development beginning in 2027. Each federation would be eligible for up to $20 million in one-time Fast Forward funding, in addition to $20 million through the regular FIFA Forward program during the 2027-30 cycle. Without approval, FIFA projects a development package of about $2.7 billion.
Infantino: ‘A golden opportunity’
In face of the opposition, FIFA President Gianni Infantino released a video on Wednesday evening, describing the project a “golden opportunity to turbocharge the development of the game globally.”
He added that the proposal was “part of a democratic process” and in comments directed to football fans, he stressed that “the sport they watch and love will not change.”
The Vikings’ QB battle has generated at least some interest (as you may have heard). The team’s media members — and some NFL voices more broadly — answered the call.
Minnesota got to work in training camp yesterday. As promised, the quarterbacks each got some time to work with the starters. J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray are the talk of the town as the pair go toe-to-toe for what is a single starting spot. Check out some of the updates that emerged from TCO Performance Center.
The Vikings’ QB Battle
Begin with Judd Zulgad of SKOR North. He offers a reasonably detailed discussion of how things unfolded on the opening day:
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Per Zulgad, McCarthy was sharper. He puts the completions at 10/17 for Murray and 13/15 for McCarthy. “J.J. looked better,” Zulgad said, “but he should have. He’s been in this offense for a couple of years.” Not long afterwards, Zulgad praises the kid for some nice “layered” throws, including some that were quite aggressive. Note, as well, that James Pierre snagged an INT off of Murray.
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy throws during first-half action against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. On Dec. 14, 2025, McCarthy continued his first season as Minnesota’s starting quarterback while facing another playoff contender on the road. The young passer remained one of the franchise’s most closely watched players. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images.
On the national level, Jori Epstein of Yahoo Sports offered her two cents.
She writes, “No pads yet at Vikings practice. But on first snap of 11-on-11, Kyler Murray is QBing the first-team offense. Hits WR Jordan Addison about 30 yards down the left sideline.” More from Epstein: “Range of plays from Murray, including Addison to left flat, Jauan Jennings right and one play on which he [tucked] and ran upfield. Will it be surprising if Kyler wins this? No. But also, his first-team snaps reflect that staff has more data on McCarthy in this offense than Kyler.”
In a lot of ways, there’s an odd push/pull dynamic within the Vikings’ QB battle.
Seeing J.J. McCarthy perform better is to be expected since he has called Minnesota home since the spring of 2024. He has therefore had plenty of time to grow comfortable in the offense, a reality that he discussed when chatting with the media yesterday.
Dec 28, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride (85) celebrates with quarterback Kyler Murray (1) after catching a 1-yard touchdown pass against the Los Angeles Rams in the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
But then there’s the other side of things. Kyler Murray is widely considered a far superior quarterback who is a shoo-in to become the starter. He had a worse opening day and may have had a less-than-inspiring June minicamp. Murray needs more time.
Consider what the dialogue can sometimes look like online. Sure, McCarthy has performed better, but he’s an awful quarterback who is cruising toward losing the battle that’s not much of a battle. His edge can be explained away by being in town for a while. Murray did look a step behind but that’s the result of being so new. He’ll soon prove decisively better.
Quite possibly, that proves true. Few, if any, can contend that Murray isn’t an insanely talented passer. Plus, he played for Arizona, meaning he seldom, if ever, received good support. Putting him in the Vikings’ offense will mean operating from within a healthy team setting. Again, all of that is fair and reasonable enough.
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A counterpoint: how well did that logic work out with Kirk Cousins? Cousins’ shortcomings got pinned on Washington. Did that work out well for the Vikings? Is this time different?
Remember that the hourglass has been flipped over. There’s about a month between the present moment and needing to put the starter’s crown atop somebody’s head. These guys therefore need to step up since the end is nigh.
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy drops back and delivers a first-quarter throw at U.S. Bank Stadium, Jan 4, 2026, in Minneapolis against the Green Bay Packers. The snapshot captured McCarthy operating within the structure of the offense early, as Minnesota looked to establish rhythm and tempo during a high-stakes divisional matchup. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images.
The coming days will feature no shortage of chatter about how they’re performing. They’ll each get work in the preseason, so even more eyes will get to see what they’re doing. Opinions will proliferate accordingly.
For a little while, I’ve predicted that Murray starts in Week 1 but that McCarthy starts more games in 2026. I’ll maintain that position.
J.J. McCarthy is 23 and entering his third NFL season. Kyler Murray is 28 and entering his eighth NFL season.
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