"But there is plenty of time, and much to play and figure out, before either side gets to that spot. For starters, Murray was placed on injured reserve Wednesday with a mid-foot sprain, which ensures that he will miss at least four games while Arizona starts Jacoby Brissett at quarterback. Editor's Picks It is another opportunity for Brissett, who some around the league believe has operated the Cardinals offense at a higher and more efficient level than Murray."
"As of now, Murray is guaranteed $36.8 million next year -- his 2026 base salary and a large part of his roster bonus. A key trigger date looms on the fifth day of the new league year in mid-March, when $19.5 million more of Murray's 2027 base salary would become guaranteed if he still is on the Cardinals roster. If the Cardinals release him before June 1, they would take on a $57.7 million dead-cap hit."
Arizona faces a near-term roster and financial decision on Kyler Murray: trade, release, or guarantee an additional $19.5 million by the fifth day of the new league year in mid‑March. Murray was placed on injured reserve with a mid‑foot sprain and will miss at least four games, prompting Jacoby Brissett to start. Brissett has produced higher offensive output, with the team averaging 25.7 points and 357 yards in his starts versus 18.8 points and 288 yards in Murray’s starts. Murray currently carries $36.8 million guaranteed for 2026. Releasing him before June 1 would create a $57.7 million dead‑cap hit; releasing after June 1 changes the accounting of dead money.
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