History of Kyler Murray in Timeline
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.
1970: AFL-NFL Merger
Since the AFL-NFL merger in 1970, Jake Plummer and Kyler Murray are the only Cardinals rookie quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards and two touchdowns.
1983: Father played at Texas A&M
In 1983, Kyler Murray's father, Kevin Murray, played as a quarterback at Texas A&M.
1986: Father played at Texas A&M
In 1986, Kyler Murray's father, Kevin Murray, played as a quarterback at Texas A&M.
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.
May 2014: Committed to Texas A&M
In May 2014, Murray committed to Texas A&M University to play both college football and baseball.
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: Eliminated from NFC West Title
After losing to the Seahawks, Murray was eliminated from potentially winning the NFC West for the first time since 2015.
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.
2015: Cardinals Last Playoff Appearance Before 2021
The Cardinals made the playoffs in 2015, before Murray led the Cardinals to the playoffs in 2021.
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.
2016: Cardinals Snapped Losing Streak Against Rams
In Week 4, Murray passed for 268 yards and two passing touchdowns, winning 37-20 as the Cardinals snapped an 8-game losing streak against the Rams, beating them for the first time since 2016.
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.
2018: Baker Mayfield Drafted
After Baker Mayfield was selected first in the 2018 NFL draft, Murray became the first player to be drafted in the first round of both the NFL and MLB drafts.
2018: Drafted by the Oakland Athletics
In 2018, Kyler Murray was selected ninth overall by the Oakland Athletics in the MLB draft, marking him as a first-round draftee in both football and baseball.
2018: Played as Centerfielder
In 2018, Murray played as a centerfielder. He had 10 home runs, 47 RBIs, and 10 stolen bases.
May 9, 2019: Signed Rookie Contract with Cardinals
On May 9, 2019, Murray signed a four-year, $35.2 million rookie contract with the Arizona Cardinals.
September 8, 2019: NFL Debut
On September 8, 2019, Kyler Murray made his NFL debut against the Detroit Lions, throwing for 308 yards and two touchdowns in a 27-27 tie.
2019: Drafted by the Arizona Cardinals
In 2019, Murray was selected first overall by the Arizona Cardinals in the NFL draft, commencing his professional football career.
2019: Won Game Against Baker Mayfield
In Week 6 of 2019, Murray won against his former college teammate Baker Mayfield and the Browns.
2019: Reported to Spring Training
Prior to his junior year with the football team, Murray said that he would report to spring training in 2019 to begin his professional baseball career.
October 14, 2020: NFC Offensive Player of the Week
On October 14, 2020, Murray was named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week for his performance in Week 5.
2020: Pro Bowl Selection
In 2020, Kyler Murray was named to the Pro Bowl for the first time in his career.
2020: NFL Top 100 Players
Kyler Murray was ranked 90th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2020.
April 2021: Signed with FaZe Clan
In April 2021, Kyler Murray signed with FaZe Clan, marking his entry into the world of professional video gaming and esports.
2021: Cardinals Make Playoffs
In 2021, Murray led the Cardinals to the playoffs, marking their first appearance since 2015.
2021: Second Straight Pro Bowl Selection
Kyler Murray made the Pro Bowl for a second straight season in 2021.
2021: NFL Top 100 Players
Kyler Murray was ranked 39th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2021.
January 17, 2022: NFL Postseason Debut
On January 17, 2022, Murray made his NFL postseason debut in the Wild Card Round, losing to the Rams 34–11, struggling with a career low passer rating.
April 27, 2022: Fifth-Year Option Picked Up
On April 27, 2022, the Cardinals picked up the fifth-year option on Kyler Murray's contract.
July 21, 2022: Signed Contract Extension
On July 21, 2022, Kyler Murray signed a five-year, $230.5 million contract extension with the Cardinals.
December 14, 2022: Placed on injured reserve
On December 14, 2022, Kyler Murray was placed on injured reserve after tearing his ACL in the game against the New England Patriots.
October 2024: Partnered with Call of Duty
In October 2024, Kyler Murray announced his partnership with Call of Duty to promote the latest installment, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.
