Early Life and Education of Kyler Murray: A Complete Timeline

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Kyler Murray

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. He previously played college football for Texas A&M and the Oklahoma Sooners, where he won the Heisman Trophy. Notably, Murray was drafted into both the NFL (first overall by the Cardinals in 2019) and MLB (ninth overall by the Oakland Athletics in 2018), making him the only player ever drafted in the first round of both leagues.

1983: Kevin Murray at Texas A&M

In 1983, Kevin Murray, Kyler Murray's father, began his career as a quarterback at Texas A&M.

1986: Kevin Murray ended his career at Texas A&M

In 1986, Kevin Murray, Kyler Murray's father, ended his career as a quarterback at Texas A&M.

August 7, 1997: Kyler Murray Born

On August 7, 1997, Kyler Cole Murray was born. He later became a professional football quarterback.

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May 2014: Committed to Texas A&M University

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

2014: Gatorade Player of the Year

In 2014, as a senior, Kyler Murray was 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 University.

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 that he was transferring to the University of Oklahoma.

2015: Freshman Season at Texas A&M

In 2015, as a true freshman, Kyler Murray competed for the starting quarterback position at Texas A&M, won the job for a period, and was later sidelined for the rest of the season.

2016: Missed Season Due to Transfer Rules

Due to NCAA transfer rules, Kyler Murray missed the entire 2016 season.

2016: Intended Role at Texas A&M

In 2016, Kyler Murray was initially set to play as an infielder for the Texas A&M Aggies baseball team.

2017: Played Baseball for Oklahoma

In 2017, Kyler Murray played for the Oklahoma Sooners baseball team as a left fielder.

2017: Backup Quarterback at Oklahoma

In the 2017 season, Kyler Murray served as a backup quarterback to Baker Mayfield at Oklahoma, playing in some games.

December 2018: Won Heisman Trophy

In December 2018, Kyler Murray won the Heisman Trophy as the best collegiate football player in the country.

2018: Baseball Season at Oklahoma

In 2018, Kyler Murray played baseball as a centerfielder for Oklahoma, batting .296 with 10 home runs and 47 RBIs.

April 2021: Murray Signed with FaZe Clan

In April 2021, Kyler Murray, an avid video-gamer, signed with FaZe Clan.

October 2024: Murray Partners with Call of Duty

In October 2024, Kyler Murray announced his partnership with Call of Duty to promote "Call of Duty: Black Ops 6".