Insider questions Kyler Murray's future with Cardinals

The 28-year-old is in his second year of the five-year, $230.5M extension he signed with the Cardinals in 2022, per Spotrac. The deal includes a club option following the 2027-28 campaign. 

Kyler Murray could use a fresh start

While some may view a fresh start as a negative for Murray, it could be the change of scenery he needs. 

Murray’s numbers haven’t come close to the standard he set in 2020-21 (3,971 passing yards, 26 TDs, 12 interceptions, 819 rushing yards and 11 rushing TDs) when he was in MVP discussions deep into the season. 

The weapons around him have come and gone, but Murray has yet to find a connection with wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., so it might be time that everyone involved begins again elsewhere.

Florio questioned who would have an interest in acquiring his services, but with quarterbacks hard to find, there would undoubtedly be interested suitors. 

The Las Vegas Raiders need to upgrade at the position, as do the Cleveland Browns. Not to mention the Pittsburgh Steelers, who have to plan for post-Aaron Rodgers; the Colts, as it remains unknown whether Daniel Jones is a true franchise quarterback; and even the Minnesota Vikings, depending on J.J. McCarthy’s development. 

The ever-changing NFL landscape also factors in thanks to injuries and other transactions, so don’t think Arizona won’t be able to find a taker for Murray.

That said, it will be fascinating to see how the remainder of the season plays out for Murray and the Cardinals. The QB's future with the team could depend on it.