Minnesota Vikings’ newest acquisition, quarterback Kyler Murray, recently noted he was a die-hard Vikings fan growing up. He shared a heartbreaking childhood memory that has gained traction on social media, even prompting a response from Hall of Fame QB Brett Favre.
Brett Favre Discusses Haunting Postseason Moment
During Murray’s introductory press conference on Thursday afternoon, the Vikings star revealed that he “cried real tears” when Favre threw a game-altering interception in the 2009 NFC Championship game against the New Orleans Saints.
That’s the loss that hurts most… We had a real chance to win a Super Bowl that year.
But it wasn’t meant to be. https://t.co/1YBVzv9oan
— Brett Favre (@BrettFavre) March 13, 2026
The following day, Favre took to X, where he replied to Murray’s message and shared his feelings on the play, 17 years later.
He wrote: “That’s the loss that hurts most… We had a real chance to win a Super Bowl that year. But it wasn’t meant to be.”
That very play, with a trip to the Super Bowl on the line, the Vikings and Saints were tied at 28 apiece. 19 seconds remaining, Favre and the offense controlled possession at the opponent’s 38-yard line.
Unfortunately, as Favre mentioned, it wasn’t meant to be. The gun-slinger rolled right, threw back across his body towards the middle of the field, and was intercepted. Momentum flipped, and the Saints came out on top in overtime, winning 31-28.
The city of Minnesota had its heart broken in 2009, and, still without a Super Bowl in the franchise’s history, Murray will look to bring one to the Vikings in 2026. On the opening day of free agency, he signed a one-year, 1.3 million deal to likely become the team’s starter.
Over his seven-year career, the 28-year-old has thrown for 20,460 yards and 121 touchdowns, with 60 interceptions. Murray, one of the best improvisers of the 2020’s, has also added 3,193 yards and 32 scores on the ground.
This past season, in particular, Murray posted a 75.3 QB Impact score, ranking 21st among all signal callers. In comparison, 2025 starter J.J. McCarthy recorded a score of 64.5, ranking 37th per PFSN’s metrics. Murray, while not necessarily outstanding in 2025, could quickly prove to be a massive upgrade over McCarthy.
Additionally, operating under coach Kevin O’Connell and having the opportunity to throw to Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, and T.J. Hockenson may make life easier for the two-time Pro Bowler.
Between the star-studded receiving weapons, a high-level defense, and a likely reinvigorated Murray, the Vikings will undoubtedly be a team to watch in the NFC next year. The franchise and its fans will hope the run helps erase memories of Favre’s moment from 2009.
