Kyler Murray’s Vikings Deal
Kyler Murray signed a high‑variance 1‑year, $1.3M deal with the Minnesota Vikings while still collecting $36.8M from his former team — a move framed as upside betting amid durability concerns. Analysts on the Fantasy Points discussion stressed his fit in Kevin O’Connell’s system is unclear, flagged only one full season in four years, and called Murray an intriguing late‑round fantasy flier. (youtube.com)
The Arizona Cardinals officially released Kyler Murray on March 11, 2026 — the move was made at the precise start of the new league year. (azcardinals.com) Murray’s one‑year Vikings contract contains a clause that prevents Minnesota from using a franchise or transition tag on him next offseason. (espn.com) The signing plugs Murray into Kevin O’Connell’s room alongside tight end T.J. Hockenson and receivers Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison. (espn.com) Across seven NFL seasons Murray has been a two‑time Pro Bowl selection and is credited with 153 total touchdowns in his career — 121 passing and 32 rushing. (espn.com) Durability concerns accelerated Arizona’s decision: Murray’s 2025 campaign ended with a mid‑foot sprain and he hadn’t played since Oct. 5, 2025. (cbssports.com) Minnesota is expected to stage an open competition with incumbent J.J. McCarthy, who finished the 2025 season with a 35.6 QBR in 10 starts. (espn.com) Arizona will carry a substantial dead‑cap charge after the release, with reporting indicating the Cardinals could absorb roughly $52.7 million in cap hits unless they use post‑June‑1 designations. (cardswire.usatoday.com)
