Cardinals Release Kyler Murray, Start Fresh

0:00It's March 3rd, here's your NFL news in two minutes. Subscribe to stay locked in all season. The Arizona Cardinals are preparing to release quarterback Kyler Murray after seven years with the team. The former number one overall pick will enter free agency in 2026 at age 29, still loaded with talent and sure to draw interest. From around the league, teens passed on trading for him because of his massive contract, which would have cost over $40 million just for next season. The official move happens March 11th, kicking off the new league year and letting both sides plan ahead. Murray posted an emotional farewell online, thanking Arizona fans for their support, expressing regret over not snapping the team's 77 year. Playoff drought, and vowing his best football lies ahead thanks to his work ethic. Financially, the Cardinals will absorb a $54 million debt cap hit from the release, higher than the $17.9 million if. Traded, but a dodge is a $19.5 million guarantee, due March 15th.

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