A take from The Bill Simmons Podcast · Sep 17, 2026
- Kyler Murray is back in the Vikings' lineup in Week 3.
“I fully anticipate he's back in the lineup probably week three”
100%Graded as: Kyler Murray plays at least one offensive snap for the Vikings in their 2026 Week 3 game.
How it’s graded: Kyler Murray plays at least one offensive snap for the Vikings in their 2026 Week 3 game. Source: Vikings Week 3 box score and snap counts (ESPN/PFR). Settles: End of the Vikings' 2026 Week 3 game.
Who said it (95%): Recognized by voice on this line (Tom Pelissero)
Result: Murray cleared concussion protocol Sept. 21 and started Week 3 at Tampa Bay (W 23-16), going 15/29 for 168 yds, 1 TD, 1 INT.
- Graded by: Minnesota Vikings (vikings.com) ↗ Kyler Murray (QB): Bio, News, Stats & more
