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Mike LaFleur: No time frame for decision on Cardinals QB Kyler Murray
The Cardinals face a cap dilemma as Kyler Murray's $19.5 million guarantee vests on March 15, complicating trade or release decisions amid $34.7 million potential cap savings.
- Amid active trade chatter, team officials evaluate Kyler Murray's future as his exit remains complex in the 2026 offseason.
- Because of Murray's contract, the $19.5 million guarantee fully vests on March 15, complicating trade and release options for the Cardinals.
- On national shows, Breer and Barnwell highlighted trade scenarios involving Minnesota and the New York Jets, citing cap relief benefits.
- A post-June 1 cut would lower the cap hit to $47.5 million and create $5.142 million in space, while cutting four veteran candidates could save over $30 million.
- Looking ahead, Arizona enters the offseason with $39 million in cap space as they evaluate Kyler Murray's future, which could force a 2026 reset affecting owner Michael Bidwill, GM Monti Ossenfort, and coach Mike LaFleur.
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