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Athletics Open Door for Kyler Murray Baseball Comeback After NFL Release

Athletics Open Door for Kyler Murray Baseball Comeback After NFL Release

Summary

Kyler Murray, a quarterback released by the Arizona Cardinals, might return to baseball. The Oakland Athletics, who originally drafted him for baseball, expressed openness to this idea. Murray, who is guaranteed money from the Cardinals, can choose between continuing in the NFL or considering a baseball career.

Key Facts

  • The Arizona Cardinals released quarterback Kyler Murray.
  • Murray was the No. 1 pick in the 2019 NFL Draft.
  • He was also a No. 9 pick in the 2018 MLB Draft by the Oakland Athletics.
  • The Athletics have relocated from Oakland to Las Vegas.
  • Murray is owed over $30 million by the Cardinals next year.
  • Despite his football background, there is talk of him returning to baseball.
  • The Athletics' general manager stated they are open to Murray coming back to baseball.

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