Kyler Murray, Cardinals reach five-year, $230.5 million contract extension
Deal includes $160 million guaranteed, makes Murray one of NFL's highest-paid players
Move comes after Cardinals exercised Murray's fifth-year option in April
The Arizona Cardinals and quarterback Kyler Murray have agreed to a five-year, $230.5 million contract extension, the team announced Tuesday.
The deal includes $160 million guaranteed and makes Murray one of the NFL's highest-paid players.
The move comes after the Cardinals exercised Murray's fifth-year option in April, which would have paid him $23.6 million in 2023.
Murray, 25, is entering his fourth season with the Cardinals. He was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft.
In three seasons, Murray has thrown for 11,480 yards, 70 touchdowns and 34 interceptions.
He has also rushed for 1,786 yards and 20 touchdowns.
Murray led the Cardinals to a 9-8 record and a playoff berth in 2021.
He was named to the Pro Bowl after throwing for 3,787 yards, 24 touchdowns and 10 interceptions.
The Cardinals are hoping that Murray can continue to improve and lead them to a Super Bowl title.
The contract extension is a sign that the Cardinals believe in Murray's ability to be a franchise quarterback.
It also shows that the Cardinals are committed to building a winner around Murray.
Contract details
The contract extension is for five years and worth $230.5 million.
The deal includes $160 million guaranteed.
Murray will receive a signing bonus of $25 million.
He will also receive a roster bonus of $10 million in 2023.
Murray's base salary will be $15 million in 2023, $20 million in 2024, $25 million in 2025, $30 million in 2026 and $35 million in 2027.
The contract also includes incentives that could increase Murray's total earnings to $252.5 million.
Murray's reaction
"I'm so grateful for this opportunity," Murray said in a statement.
"I love this organization and this city, and I'm committed to winning a Super Bowl here."
"I want to thank my family, my agent, and the Cardinals for believing in me."
Cardinals' reaction
"Kyler is a special player and a great leader," Cardinals general manager Steve Keim said in a statement.
"We're excited to have him as our quarterback for the next five years."
"We believe he has the potential to be one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL."
Conclusion
The Cardinals' contract extension with Murray is a sign that the team is committed to building a winner around him.
The deal also shows that the Cardinals believe in Murray's ability to be a franchise quarterback.
Murray is now one of the highest-paid players in the NFL, and he is expected to lead the Cardinals to a Super Bowl title.
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