The Arizona Cardinals will eventually tackle contract extension talks for quarterback Kyler Murray.
After all, he’s still talented enough to merit a huge financial investment.
However, the team did not expect the discussion to happen so soon.
They were under the premise that Murray would play for the $5.5 million he’s due to earn in the fourth year of his rookie contract and a possible fifth-year option.
But Murray and his agent, Erik Burkhardt, made it clear that the former Oklahoma standout won’t take the field unless a new deal is in place.
It’s a power play that looked desperate on Murray’s part because he’s forcing the team to lock him in for the long haul.
Several factors come into play in contract negotiations, especially the team’s capacity to sign other players.
Perhaps Murray would like to follow his fellow quarterbacks Deshaun Watson, Patrick Mahomes, and Josh Allen who got their next deal after their third NFL season.
But is he really worth much money too soon?
This tweet by NFL on CBS might convince the Cardinals to make the financial commitment on their starting quarterback.
The complete catalog of QBs in NFL history with 70 Pass TD and 20 Rush TD over their first 3 seasons
▪️Kyler Murray pic.twitter.com/GeVwRS98J4
— NFL on CBS 🏈 (@NFLonCBS) February 28, 2022
The tweet reveals that Murray is the only quarterback in NFL history to have 70 passing touchdowns and 20 rushing touchdowns throughout his first three seasons.
It’s a feat that highlights his versatility to complete a pass or a run play when needed.
Will The Cardinals Agree To Murray’s Proposal?
Murray and Burkhardt submitted a proposal on what they think the quarterback’s next contract should look like.
Unfortunately, the pressure is all on the Cardinals’ side because Murray will threaten to hold out until a new deal is in place.
There’s also a chance that he will play Major League Baseball if both parties couldn’t agree to terms.
Arizona is in a tough situation because this is a matter that they must treat as a priority.
After all, it would be hard to find a quarterback as talented as him because they don’t come often.
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