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Murray makes Vikings debut against ex-coach Gannon
Livemint··11 Sept
Kyler Murray said his first Minnesota Vikings start on Sunday ranks among his most anticipated games after a foot injury and March release by Arizona. Murray was the first overall 2019 NFL draft pick. Green Bay defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon coached Murray in Arizona for three years. Justin Jefferson praised Murray's arm talent in camp.
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What It Means For You
- Vikings fans see Murray's debut against division rival Green Bay after J.J. McCarthy's injury struggles last season.
- Packers defenders prepare using Gannon's firsthand knowledge of Murray's tendencies.
- Sunday's home game sets Murray's first action since October sidelining.
What's Happening
- Gannon called Murray competitive, smart and able to beat defenses with his legs.
- Safety Xavier McKinney said Murray extends plays and throws downfield.
- Coach Kevin O'Connell wants the passing game back on track with Jefferson.
Murray and the Vikings Offence
- Murray won the Heisman Trophy at Oklahoma before Arizona drafted him.
- Gannon left Arizona's head coaching role for Green Bay's defense.
- Murray was cut by the Cardinals in March after the foot injury.
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