Vikings likely to start Carson Wentz over Kyler Murray against Bills

The Minnesota Vikings are weighing a change at quarterback for their upcoming Monday night matchup with the Buffalo Bills. Reports indicate that backup Carson Wentz is being considered to start, while starter Kyler Murray remains under evaluation for a hamstring injury and recent on-field struggles.

According to NFL reporter Adam Schefter, Murray’s status is uncertain and the team appears to be leaning toward Wentz for the game. Schefter said, "> His status for Monday night is, at best, up in the air, and it sounds like it is trending toward Carson Wentz starting on Monday night."

Murray’s performance against the Detroit Lions on Sunday was described as ineffective, prompting head coach Kevin O’Connell to elect a punt on a fourth-and-5 situation late in the fourth quarter rather than keep Murray in the game. The Lions then ran out the clock, and Murray did not see any further action.

If Wentz receives the start and performs well against Buffalo, it could limit Murray’s playing time in the near term.