Kyler Murray Cleared to Start for Buccaneers Matchup
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray has cleared concussion protocol and will start this week against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Rochester, NY, September 21, 2026 — Kyler Murray, quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings, has successfully cleared the NFL’s concussion protocol. This development means Murray is medically cleared to return to play and is slated to start in the upcoming game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
The decision for Murray to start was confirmed following his completion of all required stages of the concussion protocol. This protocol is designed to ensure player safety by monitoring symptoms and cognitive function after a head injury.
Murray’s return to the starting lineup is a significant event for the Vikings as they prepare to face the Buccaneers. The specific game date and time were not provided in the summary.
Further details regarding the circumstances of the concussion or the timeline of Murray’s recovery were not disclosed in the provided information. The team’s strategy and Murray’s performance in the upcoming game against the Buccaneers will be closely watched.
Story summarized from the original created by Associated Press on www.rochesterfirst.com, see more information here.
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