Kyler Murray Clears Concussion Protocol, Set to Start for Minnesota Vikings

Wichita Falls & Lawton, TX, September 21, 2026 — The Minnesota Vikings are preparing to welcome back their starting quarterback, Kyler Murray, who has successfully cleared concussion protocol. Murray is slated to return to the starting lineup for the team’s upcoming game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The news marks a significant development for the Vikings, as they regain their primary signal-caller following a period of absence due to a concussion. The specific timeline of when Murray sustained the concussion or how long he has been in the protocol was not detailed in the available information.

His return is expected to bolster the Vikings’ offensive capabilities as they face the Buccaneers. Further details regarding the team’s game plan or Murray’s full participation level in practices leading up to the game were not provided. The status of any backup quarterbacks during Murray’s absence also remains unspecified in the provided summary.

The team has not released a statement on the implications of Murray’s return beyond his confirmed status as the starting quarterback for the upcoming matchup. Information regarding the opponent, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and their current standing or recent performance was not included in the summary.

The exact date of the game against the Buccaneers was not specified. Details concerning any specific medical evaluations or the exact criteria met to clear concussion protocol were also not elaborated upon.

Story summarized from the original created by Associated Press on www.texomashomepage.com, see more information here.

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