Cardinals to Release QB Kyler Murray

The veteran quarterback thanked Cardinals fans and the organization in his post, expressing disappointment in not ending the team's 77-year drought. Murray, who played in just five games last season before a foot injury, was owed $36.8 million in guaranteed money. The Cardinals reportedly grew frustrated with Murray, while his camp had also hoped for a release.

Backup Jacoby Brissett played well during Murray's absence, creating an awkward quarterback controversy. Arizona finished with a 3-14 record and fired coach Jonathan Gannon. Murray arrived with high expectations after winning the Heisman Trophy at Oklahoma and delivered memorable moments, including the "Hail Murray" play in 2020.