Vikings QB Battle & College Football Moves | NFL News

The Vikings have officially named Kyler Murray their starting quarterback, with J.J. McCarthy stepping into the backup role — a move that signals optimism for Minnesota despite McCarthy’s injury history and Murray’s uncertain comeback. Meanwhile, Fever coach Stephanie White defiantly defended her handling of DiJonai Carrington’s controversial foul, rejecting fan criticism and emphasizing unity in the league. In the NFL, joint practices sparked drama: A.J. Brown outmaneuvered Sauce Gardner, igniting a fiery response, while Jets cornerback Qwan’tez Stiggers was hospitalized after collapsing during drills — though he’s now conscious and talking. College football sees Notre Dame atop preseason rankings thanks to CJ Carr, followed by Georgia, Ohio State, and Miami — showcasing a fiercely competitive playoff landscape. In basketball, Texas Tech emerges as a major winner in the transfer portal, adding key fifth-year players including Darrion Williams, while Gonzaga and Tennessee also bolstered rosters for a strong push ahead. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4fa49ad60a2b5fdf