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An under-considered part of the QB decision

MaroonBells
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This ad came out the day Kyler was declared QB1. Made me wonder how many QB2s get endorsement deals, because I don't think this ad gets released that day if Kyler was not named QB1. And then how many endorsement opportunities dried up for McCarthy and his agent when the announcement was made.

All this to say there is a lot more going on here than just which QB is taking snaps against Green Bay in the opener. I believe the decision was the right one, but I do feel bad for the kid.

“The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command." —George Orwell

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#1 · Aug 13, 9:54 AM
JustInTime
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CFIAvike wrote:

For a guy who hasn’t played one real snap for the Vikings and was reportedly hated by numerous former teammates….Id really rather he just keep quiet and prove doubters wrong with his play.
Cringy stuff

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“Hell is empty and all the devils are here”

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#22 · Aug 14, 6:50 AM CT
CFIAvike
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MaroonBells wrote:

Wow, you really hate this guy, don't you?

To be fair, Kyler Murray has literally always been one of my least favorite players in the NFL. Never once liked the guy.

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#23 · Aug 14, 7:06 AM CT
CFIAvike
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JustInTime wrote:

Felt the same way about that too.

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#24 · Aug 14, 7:07 AM CT
JustInTime
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It’s reflexive when I see the word “cringe”

“Hell is empty and all the devils are here”

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#25 · Aug 14, 7:09 AM CT
StickierBuns
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CFIAvike wrote:

To be fair, Kyler Murray has literally always been one of my least favorite players in the NFL. Never once liked the guy.

Interesting story here that gives you both sides of it a bit (someone copy and paste please):

The Vikings believe in Kyler Murray, even though the Cardinals had seen enough.

Here’s why.

https://www.startribune.com/minnesota-vikings-kyler-murray-arizona-cardinals-stats-nfl-draft-2019-kevin-oconnell-qb-history/601877644

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