Early Life and Education of Kyler Murray: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Kyler Murray, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Kyler Murray is a professional football quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals in the NFL. Before joining the NFL, he played college football for the Texas A&M Aggies and the Oklahoma Sooners, where he won the Heisman Trophy. Murray was drafted first overall by the Cardinals in the 2019 NFL draft. Notably, he was also drafted by the Oakland Athletics in MLB, making him the first person drafted in the first round of both MLB and NFL.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

August 7, 1997: Kyler Murray Born

On August 7, 1997, Kyler Cole Murray was born. He would grow up to become a professional football quarterback.

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May 2014: Committed to Texas A&M

In May 2014, Murray committed to Texas A&M University to play both college football and baseball.

2014: Gatorade Player of the Year

In 2014, as a high school senior, Kyler Murray was named the Gatorade Football Player of the Year and became the first player to be named Mr. Texas Football twice.

February 4, 2015: Signed with Texas A&M

On February 4, 2015, Kyler Murray officially signed with Texas A&M to play college football and baseball.

December 17, 2015: Departure from Texas A&M

On December 17, 2015, Kyler Murray announced his departure from Texas A&M.

December 24, 2015: Announced Transfer to Oklahoma

On December 24, 2015, Kyler Murray announced he was transferring to the University of Oklahoma to continue his college football career.

2015: Top Baseball Prospect

In 2015, Murray was considered one of the top prospects for the Major League Baseball draft, highlighting his skills as a shortstop and second baseman in high school.

2015: Freshman Quarterback

In 2015, as a true freshman, Murray competed for the starting quarterback position at Texas A&M, eventually winning the role and showcasing his dual-threat abilities in his first start.

2016: Sat Out Season Due to Transfer Rules

Due to NCAA transfer rules, Kyler Murray missed the entire 2016 football season after transferring to the University of Oklahoma.

2016: Initial Plan to Play Baseball

In 2016, Murray was initially set to play baseball as an infielder for Texas A&M, but he later announced his departure from the university.

2017: Played Baseball for Oklahoma Sooners

In 2017, Murray played as a left fielder for the Oklahoma Sooners baseball team, achieving a .122 batting average in 27 games.

2017: Backup Quarterback at Oklahoma

In 2017, Murray served as a backup quarterback to Baker Mayfield at Oklahoma, gaining playing time and demonstrating his skills in relief appearances.

December 2018: Won Heisman Trophy

In December 2018, Kyler Murray won the Heisman Trophy as the best college football player in the country, marking back-to-back Heisman winners for Oklahoma.