Cardinals Place Kyler Murray on Injured Reserve

Kyler Murray, the Arizona Cardinals quarterback, has been placed on injured reserve due to a foot injury. Head coach Jonathan Gannon confirmed this decision during a press conference on Wednesday. Murray, 28, will be sidelined for at least four weeks as he focuses on recovery.

Injury Details and Team Decision

Gannon stated that the decision to place Murray on IR was made after considerable discussion among the coaching staff. He emphasized the importance of Murray’s health for both the player and the team. Gannon noted, “He’s not fully healthy, ready to go yet, so that makes the most sense.”

In the meantime, quarterback Jacoby Brissett is set to start in Week 10 against the Seattle Seahawks. Gannon announced this transition earlier in the week, indicating a collective decision was reached about Murray’s status.

Murray’s Performance Overview

This season, Murray has started five games, throwing for 962 yards. He has completed 68.3 percent of his passes, achieving six touchdowns and three interceptions. Last year, he maintained a similar completion rate of 68.8 percent, amassing 3,851 yards with 21 touchdowns and 11 interceptions.

Future Outlook

While there is a possibility for Murray to return later this season, the priority remains his health, especially given the significance of his foot injury. Gannon remarked, “Injuries are different for everybody,” highlighting the unique challenges that quarterbacks face in recovery.

As the season progresses, uncertainties linger about Murray’s future with the Cardinals. Speculation exists that he and the team might part ways by the offseason of 2026.