It’s official. Kyler Murray is over. The Arizona Cardinals announced their release Wednesday at the start of the new season, making him a free agent for the first time in his career.
This is primarily a financial move. They were responsible for $36.8 million in guaranteed money in 2026, but because he was waived before March 15, they avoided paying him another $17 million, which also triggered the guaranteed salary in 2027.
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He played in just five games last season before suffering a foot injury in the final quarter of Week 5 against the Tennessee Titans. He was placed on injured reserve after Week 8 and did not return.
Murray was the 2019 Offensive Rookie of the Year and was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2020 and 2021. He led the Cardinals to the playoffs in 2021. But his final record with the team was 38 wins, 48 ​​wins and 1 loss.
Cardinals say goodbye
The team posted several farewell posts on social media that included a quote from general manager Monty Ossenfort.
What’s next for Kyler Murray?
He is a free agent. He plans to visit the Minnesota Vikings, the favorite team to sign him. It would only cost them the lowest price in the league.
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It may take some time for him to become available to other teams, although some have already taken the quarterback position. The Atlanta Falcons are adding Tua Tagovailoa. The Miami Dolphins are signing Malik Willis. The New York Jets traded for Geno Smith.
We’ll see where he ends up!
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