Summary
Quarterback Kyler Murray, who was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in 2019, is likely to leave the team. Reports from the 2026 NFL Combine suggest Murray wants to exit Arizona, and the Cardinals may release or trade him due to his significant guaranteed salary. The team had a difficult 2025 season and changes, including a new head coach, are already in motion.
Key Facts
- Kyler Murray was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft by the Arizona Cardinals.
- Murray suffered a torn ACL in December 2022 that affected his playing time in the following season.
- His last game as a Cardinal was on Oct. 5, 2025, due to a toe injury that ended his season early.
- Reports suggest Murray wants to leave Arizona, and his large guaranteed salary makes a trade challenging.
- If not traded by a certain date, the Cardinals will owe Murray an additional $19.5 million for 2027.
- The Cardinals' offense performed better under backup quarterback Jacoby Brissett.
- The team has made coaching changes, hiring Mike LaFleur as head coach.
- Arizona holds the No. 3 pick in the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft.
