Kyler Murray shows command in Vikings debut; J.J. Mc Carthy still has work to do

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What happenedMurray led the starting offense to points on his only series, while an uneven showing from Mc Carthy underscored the young QB’s need for better timing and accuracy.

What changedThe left frames it as "Kyler Murray shows command in Vikings debut; J.J. Mc Carthy still has work to do". The right frames it as "JJ Mc Carthy considered 'unpredictable' as Vikings hand starting QB role to Kyler Murray:...".

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Different Spin. The left frames it as "Kyler Murray shows command in Vikings debut; J.J. Mc Carthy still has work to do". The right frames it as "JJ Mc Carthy considered 'unpredictable' as Vikings hand starting QB role to Kyler Murray:...".

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Star Tribune1h ago

Kyler Murray shows command in Vikings debut; J.J. Mc Carthy still has work to do

Murray led the starting offense to points on his only series, while an uneven showing from Mc Carthy underscored the young QB’s need for better timing and accuracy.

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Fox News3h ago

JJ Mc Carthy considered 'unpredictable' as Vikings hand starting QB role to Kyler Murray: report

A source told CBS Sports that J.J. Mc Carthy was seen as "unpredictable" within the Minnesota Vikings, factoring into the quick decision to name Kyler Murray starter.

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