Kyler Murray Returns to Cardinals Practice
Kyler Murray, the franchise quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals, returned to practice on Friday in Tempe. He worked alongside trainers during an open session, marking his first appearance since being placed on injured reserve due to a mild foot sprain. This injury occurred in Week 5 during a game against the Tennessee Titans.
Return Timeline and Current Status
Murray’s recovery timeline suggests he could potentially return as early as Week 14. However, his absence has extended beyond several games, and he has missed every match since sustaining the injury. Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon emphasized that Murray is focused on regaining his health before considering a return to the field.
Transition in Quarterback Position
While Murray has been sidelined, Jacoby Brissett has taken over as the starting quarterback for Arizona. Reports indicate that even after Murray recovers, he may not resume his starting role. Brissett has performed well, and the Cardinals’ offense has shown signs of improvement under his leadership.
- Murray’s last game was in Week 5 against the Tennessee Titans.
- Jacoby Brissett currently holds the starting position for the Cardinals.
- There is speculation that Murray may not return as the team’s starter even if he regains full health.
Future of Kyler Murray and the Cardinals
The situation has led to widespread speculation about Murray’s future with the team. After his initial success, including winning Offensive Rookie of the Year and leading the Cardinals to the playoffs in 2021, the relationship between Murray and the franchise has soured. Given his five-year, $230.5 million contract extension, the team may look to either trade or release him this offseason.
Brissett is under contract for another year, which positions the Cardinals to consider him as the permanent starting quarterback moving forward. Within this context, the organization is also likely to explore options for a younger quarterback to join the roster.
As the season progresses, the Cardinals find themselves at a challenging 3-7 record after a promising 2-0 start. The question remains whether Kyler Murray will don a Cardinals uniform again, as tension surrounds his future with the organization.
