Four potential landing spots for QB Kyler Murray

Miami Dolphins 

Miami may be hesitant to turn to Murray, feeling as if he's too similar to Tua Tagovailoa, who Miami probably will release. But they may be desperate enough and believe Murray has the higher upside. 

After consecutive losing seasons (7-10 and 8-9), the Dolphins desperately need a spark. If Miami can't sign the highly coveted Malik Willis, an impending free agent who played well for the Packers in 2025, Murray would be a cheaper backup plan. 

Cleveland Browns 

Shedeur Sanders is the presumptive starter in 2026. But there are plenty of reasons why Cleveland would want a good veteran option to push Sanders, who had far more poor than stellar moments as a rookie (1,400 passing yards, seven TD passes, 10 interceptions). 

It's also possible the Browns have the perfect coach for Murray at this pivotal point in his career. As offensive coordinator in Baltimore, new Browns HC Todd Monken worked well with Lamar Jackson, a far more accomplished QB with similar attributes as Murray. 

New York Jets 

Murray could be an instant starter for the Jets, who have good weapons in WR Garrett Wilson and RB Breece Hall. If New York is nervous about going all-in on an unproven hot commodity like Willis, Murray would be a safer and less expensive. 

Pittsburgh Steelers

The Steelers will undoubtedly look for another experienced QB if Aaron Rodgers retires rather than returning to Pittsburgh for a reunion with new HC Mike McCarthy. 

Murray may even view joining the Steelers as a chance to play for a contender, at least compared to the other teams listed, and learn from McCarthy, a coach widely known for getting the most out of quarterbacks.  

Despite Rodgers' strong season overall in 2025, Pittsburgh's offense wasn't consistently explosive. Murray's speed would help make up for issues in a way Rodgers, 42, simply can't now.