Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray is uncertain for the Week 9 game against the Buffalo Bills due to a sore hamstring. The injury occurred after Murray struggled in a 19-15 loss to the Detroit Lions. Coach Kevin O'Connell stated Murray is going through a full evaluation, with updates expected early in the week.
O'Connell does not believe the injury is serious enough to prevent Murray from playing, but the team remains unsure. If Murray cannot play, backup Carson Wentz will make his second start of the season. O'Connell confirmed he is not benching Murray for performance reasons.
Through his first six starts with Minnesota, Murray ranks No. 26 among 30 qualified quarterbacks in QBR. Despite the struggling start, O'Connell said he will continue with Murray as the starter when healthy. O'Connell is focused on getting Murray acclimated to the offense, building rapport and comfort level.
He is imploring input from Murray on things he likes to make the offense cleaner and better.
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