Kyler Murray's Free Agency: NFL or Baseball?

0:00Here's more NFL news for March 5th. Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray is heading toward free agency after seven seasons with the team. The 28-year-old will be released at the start of the NFL League year, marking his first time on the open market. While football teams are expected to show strong interest, he also has a unique option to return to professional baseball. Murray will likely sign for the veteran minimum wherever he lands, since the Cardinals still owe him $36.8 million in. Guarantees for the 2026 season. That payout will simply offset his new salary, giving him financial security no matter the choice. Meanwhile, the Oakland Athletics hold his MLB rights from drafting him ninth overall in 2018. Their general manager recently confirmed they're open to him, a baseball comeback if he wants a total change. Back in college at Oklahoma, Murray's shown as an outfielder with solid power, speed and plate discipline during his breakout year. Scouts saw five-tool potential, but he ultimately picked football as his lifelong passion.

1:04As free agency nears, speculation grows on his next move, with plenty of NFL suitors waiting in that baseball path still viable after his pro. Football achievements like pro bulls and rookie honors. DNN is sponsored by our partner. Check out the episode description. Some travel miles to find peace.