Bears report: Vikings rule QB Kyler Murray out
What happened Friday at Halas Hall:Murray outThe Vikings ruled out quarterback Kyler Murray, who was concussed in the first quarter of Sunday's opener. Carson Wentz will start against the Bears, while La Grange Park native J.J. McCarthy, who went 1-1 against the Bears last year, will serve as his backup. Murray was hurt on an illegal Packers hit. Wentz went 12-for-19 for 133 yards and three touchdowns Sunday, rallying the Vikings for 29-straight points in a win. He last faced the Bears in 2022,…
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