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vs. SEA: #14 vs opposing QB - 16.93 FPA
| Passing | Rushing | Fum | Fantasy | |||||
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| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Int | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | @TEN, | 289 | 4 | 1 | 20 | 1 | - | 33.56 |
| 2 | MIN, | 400 | 3 | 2 | 31 | 1 | - | 33.10 |
| 3 | @JAX, | 316 | - | 1 | 19 | 1 | - | 18.54 |
| 4 | @LA, | 268 | 2 | - | 39 | - | - | 22.62 |
| 5 | SF, | 239 | 1 | - | 1 | - | - | 13.66 |
| 6 | @CLE, | 229 | 4 | - | 6 | - | - | 25.76 |
| 7 | HOU, | 261 | 3 | 1 | 10 | - | - | 21.44 |
| 8 | GB, | 274 | - | 2 | 21 | - | - | 9.06 |
| 9 | @SF, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 10 | CAR, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | @SEA, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | @CHI, | 123 | 2 | - | 59 | 2 | - | 30.82 |
| 14 | LA, | 383 | - | 2 | 61 | - | - | 17.42 |
| 15 | @DET, | 257 | 1 | 1 | 3 | - | - | 12.58 |
| 16 | IND, | 245 | 1 | - | 74 | - | - | 21.90 |
| 17 | @DAL, | 263 | 2 | - | 44 | - | - | 22.92 |
| 18 | SEA, | 240 | 1 | - | 35 | - | - | 17.10 |
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Dismal in defeat
Murray completed 19 of 34 passes for 137 yards and two interceptions in Monday night's 34-11 wild-card round loss to the Rams. He also threw for a successful two-point conversion and gained six yards on two carries.
Analysis: Murray was rattled by the Rams' pass rush in the first half, at one point throwing a careless three-yard interception for a touchdown before being picked on a screen pass on his next drive. Despite being down 28 points early in the third quarter, he still didn't manufacture much in predictable passing situations afterward. In fact, he set a season low in yards per attempt. Prior to Monday's horrendous playoff exit, Murray enjoyed another successful regular season, ranking second league-wide in…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 17 at 8:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Struggles in finale
Murray completed 28 of 39 pass attempts for 240 yards and one touchdown while running for 35 yards on five carries against Seattle on Sunday.
Analysis: It's a disappointing showing from Murray in a game the Cardinals really wanted to win but got outgunned 37-30 at home. A defensive touchdown by the Cardinals made the game look a little closer than it was, and Murray particularly struggled to get the ball to any of his wide receivers. Despite the Arizona receivers being much bigger than the Seattle corners, Christian Kirk (two catches for 43 yards on three targets), A.J. Green (four catches for 23 yards on nine targets) and Antoine Wesley (two…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 5:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads Cards to win
Murray completed 26 of 38 passes for 263 yards and two touchdowns while adding 44 rushing yards on nine carries in Sunday's 25-22 win over the Cowboys.
Analysis: It's the first time in four games that Murray has tossed multiple TDs, as he found Antoine Wesley for red-zone strikes in the second and third quarters. With a playoff spot locked up but the NFC West title still in reach, Murray will look to finish the regular season with another big performance in Week 18 against the Seahawks.
Published: Sun, Jan 2 at 8:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Spotty showing Saturday
Murray completed 27 of 43 passes for 245 yards and one touchdown while compiling 74 yards on his four carries during Saturday's 22-16 loss to the Colts. Murray also was credited with seven receiving yards on a lateral.
Analysis: Most of Murray's output on the ground came on a 57-yard run on the Cardinals' second possession of the game. On top of that, game script forced the team into pass-happy mode once the Colts went up, 22-13, midway through the fourth quarter. In the end, the overall results were relatively fantasy friendly, but he does appear to miss DeAndre Hopkins (knee), as Murray has posted his two lowest completion percentages of the season since the premier wide receiver landed on IR after Week 14. Murray…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 25 at 8:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Struggles in stunning upset loss
Murray completed 23 of 41 passes for 257 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Sunday's 30-12 loss to the Lions. He added three yards on four rushing attempts.
Analysis: Murray struggled in the first game since his favorite target DeAndre Hopkins (knee) was shut down for the remainder of the regular season. The Lions did a great job of keeping the mobile quarterback from making plays with his legs en route to arguably the biggest upset of the season. It was 17-0 Detroit at the half, and just as the Cardinals seemed to be getting back into it with a field goal and a forced fumble to open the third quarter, Murray stunted that momentum with an interception. His…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 19 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Throws costly picks in defeat
Murray completed 32 of 49 passes for 383 yards and two interceptions in Monday night's 30-23 loss to the Rams. He also rushed seven times for 61 yards.
Analysis: Murray missed a couple deep throws on Arizona's opening drive and was then picked on the doorstep of scoring to end his second series. The signal-caller subsequently rallied, though, helped by a perfect, 41-yard throw to Christian Kirk and some timely scrambles on the Cardinals' pair of scoring drives prior to halftime. However, to kick off the second half, Murray threw another costly interception, this time surrendering possession deep in his own territory. Although he compensated with some…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 13 at 8:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Four total touchdowns in return
Murray (ankle) completed 11 of 15 passes for 123 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions in the Cardinals' 33-22 win over the Bears on Sunday. He also rushed 10 times for 59 yards and another pair of scores.
Analysis: Murray and top wideout DeAndre Hopkins (hamstring) both made their returns from three-game absences Sunday, and the duo commemorated the occasion early with a 20-yard touchdown connection early in the first quarter. The dynamic quarterback went on to put the ball up sparingly after that but did so with great efficiency, and he ultimately made it a spectacular fantasy day with a 23-yard touchdown pass to James Conner along with nine- and three-yard touchdown runs. Now having proven a return to…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Back from three-game absence
Murray (ankle) is active for Sunday's game at Chicago, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Murray hasn't played since the Cardinals' final offensive play of a Week 8 loss to the Packers, the result of a sprained ankle. In advance of this contest, he logged limited showings in practice -- like he did before Arizona's last game Nov. 21 -- but this time around he'll actually be available and direct the offense. After a three-game absence, Murray will be facing a Bears defense that has allowed the ninth-most YPA (7.7) and 18 touchdowns versus five interceptions to quarterbacks in 11…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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Gets green light from coach
Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury told Stacey Dales of NFL Network that Murray (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears, will play.
Analysis: Murray will be officially announced as Arizona's Week 13 starting quarterback when the team releases its inactive list 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff, but Kingsbury's comments should clear up any lingering questions fantasy managers had about the 24-year-old's availability. Even though Murray has been cleared to return from a three-game, four-week absence, it's fair to wonder how he'll look following the one-month layoff. Given that preserving Murray's health for a potential…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 6:50am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to suit up Sunday
Murray (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears, is expected to return from a three-game absence and start for the Cardinals, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Murray has been out since Week 8, but after practicing on a limited basis Wednesday through Friday following Cardinals' Week 12 bye, the quarterback looks like he'll be ready to return to the lineup. Given that he hasn't returned to full participation in practice, however, it's possible Murray won't be quite his usual dynamic self even if does in fact suit up. Official confirmation on Murray's status should come 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff, when the Cardinals release their…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 4 at 9:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Dons questionable tag again
Murray (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Chicago after practicing in a limited fashion Wednesday through Friday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Even with the benefit of a Week 12 bye to aid his recovery, Murray is questionable for the fourth game in a row, with head coach Kliff Kingsbury once again characterizing the franchise signal-caller as a "game-day decision," according to Urban. Since Murray also logged a trio of limited practices Week 11 before ultimately sitting out a third straight game in the Cardinals' win over the Seahawks, it's tough to gauge whether he truly made enough progress to return to action following the bye…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 3 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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To be treated as game-time call
Coach Kliff Kingsbury said Friday that Murray (ankle) will be a game-time decision for Sunday's matchup with the Bears, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Murray seems on track to play after practicing again Friday, while DeAndre Hopkins (hamstring) is perhaps more of a question mark. That said, there's been no confirmation on either player one way or another, so both should be treated as game-time decisions unless there's something more definitive before inactive lists are released Sunday morning. The Cardinals have an early 1:00 ET kickoff this week, traveling to Chicago to face a Bears squad that has more than a few key injuries of its own.
Published: Fri, Dec 3 at 10:21am by Rotowire.com
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Stays limited at practice
Murray (ankle) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: While Murray has yet to log a full session this week, there's an expectation from the Cardinals that both he and wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (hamstring) will return to the fold Sunday at Chicago, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Murray will have one more chance Friday to make a positive impression on Cardinals coaches and trainers with the aim to avoid a designation for Week 13 action. If he does enter the weekend as questionable, though, his status won't be confirmed until 90…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 2 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited practice Wednesday
Murray (ankle) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Along with Murray, wideout DeAndre Hopkins (hamstring) was also limited in the Cardinals' first Week 13 practice, with Kent Somers of The Arizona Republic noting that both players "were moving around pretty well" in the portion of the session he observed. While Murray's presence at practice Wednesday bodes well for his chances of returning to action Sunday against the Bears, coach Kliff Kingsbury noted that the quarterback's Week 13 status will hinge on how things go for him during team…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 1 at 10:17am by Rotowire.com
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Hopeful for Week 13 return
Coach Kliff Kingsbury said Monday he's "hopeful" Murray (ankle) will be available against the Bears on Sunday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Kingsbury said he won't confirm Murray's availability until after seeing the quarterback at practice throughout the week, and the same goes for star wideout DeAndre Hopkins (hamstring). There's at least hope that both of Arizona's top offensive playmakers will be back in action coming off a bye, but fantasy managers will need to continue monitoring the situation until official confirmation is given.
Published: Mon, Nov 29 at 9:44am by Rotowire.com
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Another absence Sunday
Murray (ankle) is listed as inactive Sunday in Seattle, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: After putting in a pregame warmup, Murray will be held out by the Cardinals as a result of the sprained ankle he suffered back in Week 8 against the Packers. Colt McCoy thus will make a third consecutive start, but he won't have DeAndre Hopkins available due to a nagging hamstring injury. The Cardinals are on bye Week 12, so the Murray-Hopkins connection won't be seen again until Sunday, Dec. 5 at Chicago at the earliest.
Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 11:58am by Rotowire.com
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More doubtful than questionable
Murray (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, is believed to have a "30 percent" chance of playing, Jay Glazer said on the "Fox NFL Sunday" program.
Analysis: Glazer's report aligns with one from Adam Schefter of ESPN that came out late Saturday and indicated Murray was likely trending toward a third straight absence. Meanwhile, Colt McCoy (pectoral) is also listed as questionable, but he's expected to be in the clear to make another start in place of Murray. Assuming that's the case, expect Murray to be included among the Cardinals' list of inactive players, which will be released 90 minutes prior to the game's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff. No. 3…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 9:56am by Rotowire.com
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Likely to remain out Week 11
Murray (ankle) remains listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, but the quarterback appears to be trending toward a third consecutive absence, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The Cardinals are unlikely to make a final decision on Murray's status until after evaluating him in a pregame warmup, but the team appears inclined to take it easy with its franchise signal-caller for another week while he continues to deal with a sprained ankle. Murray was at least a limited participant in practice Wednesday through Friday, but the Cardinals can give Murray two more weeks to rest if he sits Sunday, as the team is on bye Week 12 before returning to action Dec. 5 in Chicago.…read more
Published: Sat, Nov 20 at 7:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially questionable for Week 11
The Cardinals list Murray (ankle) as questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks. Arizona head coach Kliff Kingsbury labeled the quarterback as a game-time decision earlier Friday, according to Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com.
Analysis: For the third week in a row, Kingsbury is terming Murray as game-day or game-time decision, but the third-year signal-caller appears to have a more realistic shot at playing this week compared to the prior two contests. According to Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site, Murray practiced on a limited basis Wednesday through Friday after previously managing only one limited session in Week 10 and none in Week 9. Colt McCoy (pectoral), who started the past two games under center, is listed…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 19 at 3:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Labeled as game-time decision again
Coach Kliff Kingsbury said Murray (ankle) will be a game-time decision for Sunday's contest in Seattle, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: This is the third straight week Kingsbury has labeled his starting QB as a game-time call, with the two previous instances preceding inactive status for Murray and starts for Colt McCoy, who now has a pectoral injury to contend with. Recent comments from both Kingsbury and Murray suggest it's closer to a true 50/50 call this time around, though the upcoming bye in Week 12 could also be a factor, allowing Murray to get two more weeks of rest with only one missed game. That said, while the…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 19 at 10:15am by Rotowire.com
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Limited again Thursday
Murray (ankle) was limited at practice Thursday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Murray has maintained his activity level for three practices in a row dating back to last Friday, but it remains to be seen if his left ankle sprain will recover enough in time to play Sunday at Seattle. The Cardinals' quarterback room is banged up at the moment, with top reserve Colt McCoy also limited this week due to a pectoral injury. Clearly, coach Kliff Kingsbury will go with Murray if he's healthy enough to suit up, but McCoy and even Chris Streveler are in consideration for the start.
Published: Thu, Nov 18 at 4:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited to begin Week 11 prep
Murray (ankle) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: As he did last Friday, Murray mixed into drills to kick off Week 11 prep. Earlier Wednesday, when he was asked whether he would return from a two-game absence Sunday at Seattle, Murray told Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site that he's "pretty close" to playing again. Meanwhile, Murray's backup, Colt McCoy, was limited Wednesday due to the pectoral injury that knocked him out of the Week 10 loss to the Panthers. If Murray and McCoy are unable to go this weekend, Chris Streveler is the…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 17 at 4:25pm by Rotowire.com
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No safe bet to return Week 11
Arizona head coach Kliff Kingsbury wouldn't commit to Murray (ankle) being available for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports. "It's going to be close," Kingsbury said, regarding Murray's chances of playing next weekend.
Analysis: Murray was sidelined for a second straight game in the Cardinals' 34-10 loss to the Panthers this past weekend, enabling Colt McCoy to pick up another start before he exited with a pectoral strain. Kingsbury suggested that he's hopeful McCoy will be available for the game in Seattle next weekend if needed, but the Cardinals ideally would prefer to have their No. 1 quarterback in Murray back in action. Ultimately, Murray's ability to play Week 11 may hinge on what he's able to do in practices…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 15 at 12:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Sitting again Sunday
Murray (ankle) is listed as inactive Sunday versus the Panthers.
Analysis: Murray has been hampered by a sprained ankle that he picked up near the end of a Week 8 loss to the Packers. He's already missed one game as a result of the issue, and after he logged just one limited practice during Week 10 prep the Cardinals weren't optimistic about his prospects to play this Sunday, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. A pregame workout was the determining factor in the team's decision to sit Murray, which will allow Colt McCoy to get another spot start. McCoy again…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 14 at 11:38am by Rotowire.com
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Team pessimistic he can play
The Cardinals are pessimistic that Murray (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Carolina, will be able to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports. However, Murray plans to take the decision up to the game's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff.
Analysis: Though Murray was able to get in a limited practice Friday after failing to take the field in any capacity before sitting out last week's win over the 49ers, Colt McCoy appears on track for a second straight start. Arizona has a third quarterback (Chris Streveler) on the roster, so the team is unlikely to make Murray available as an emergency backup if he's not deemed fit to start. More clarity on Murray's status should come 90 minutes prior to kickoff, when Arizona releases its inactive list.
Published: Sat, Nov 13 at 7:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to face Panthers
Murray (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Carolina, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: It's a formality after coach Kliff Kingsbury deemed his quarterback a game-day decision for the second straight week. The difference this time is that Murray has practiced, albeit once (Friday) and in a limited capacity. WRs DeAndre Hopkins (hamstring) and Rondale Moore (concussion) are also considered game-time calls ahead of the 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff, with the rookie the more likely of the two to play.
Published: Fri, Nov 12 at 12:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Game-time decision again
Coach Kliff Kingsbury said Murray (ankle) will be a game-time decision Sunday against the Panthers after returning to practice Friday, Dana Scott of The Arizona Republic reports.
Analysis: Murray presumably was a limited participant in his end-of-week practice and almost certainly will be listed as questionable on the final injury report. He was ruled out in a game-day decision last Sunday, allowing Colt McCoy to make the start and lead the Cardinals to a 31-17 win over the Panthers. It'll be another late-afternoon kickoff Week 10, with Panthers-Cardinals scheduled for 4:05 p.m. ET. Top wideout DeAndre Hopkins (hamstring) also is in danger of missing another game.
Published: Fri, Nov 12 at 10:56am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Murray (ankle) is returning to practice Friday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The extent of his participation isn't yet clear, but it appears Murray will practice for the first time since spraining his ankle at the end of a Week 8 loss to Green Bay. The Cardinals got by without him in San Francisco last week, with James Conner scoring three touchdowns and backup QB Colt McCoy attempting only 26 passes in a 31-17 victory. Murray's return for Sunday's game against Carolina would provide a sizable boost to all of the Arizona pass catchers, though it isn't clear exactly who…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 12 at 9:09am by Rotowire.com
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Absent for another practice
Murray (ankle) wasn't in attendance for Thursday's practice, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury said last week that Murray didn't necessarily need to practice in order to play, but after the quarterback ended up sitting out the team's Week 9 win over the 49ers, it's possible the team's stance may have changed. If that's the case, Murray may need to get on the field in some capacity Friday for the Cardinals and fantasy managers alike to be optimistic that he'll be available Sunday against the Panthers. If Murray's sprained left ankle keeps him sidelined…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 11 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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Making progress with ankle sprain
Murray, who didn't participate in Wednesday's walk-through practice, said he's made progress with his medial left ankle sprain and anticipates playing Sunday versus the Panthers, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Murray sustained the injury near the end of a Week 8 loss to the Packers and didn't practice at all last week before being inactive for the Cardinals' Week 9 win over San Francisco. When speaking to the media Monday, head coach Kliff Kingsbury told Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com that he didn't "have a feel for it yet" regarding Murray's potential to play during the upcoming weekend. Kingsbury and company likely will want to see Murray mix into practice Thursday or Friday to make the decision-making…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 10 at 12:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Status uncertain for Week 10
Arizona head coach Kliff Kingsbury wouldn't commit to Murray (ankle) being available for Sunday's game against the Panthers, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports. "I don't have a feel for it yet," Kingsbury said Monday regarding Murray's Week 10 status.
Analysis: Before Murray was inactive for Sunday's 31-17 win over the 49ers, Kingsbury termed him as a "game-day decision" leading into the contest. The coach's comments a day after the game seemingly hint that Murray wasn't that close to suiting up at San Francisco, and a clearer picture of the quarterback's outlook for Week 10 likely won't come until Arizona resumes practicing Wednesday. Because Murray didn't practice in any fashion last week, he may need to get back on the field as at least a limited…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 8 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Logging first absence of career
Murray (ankle) is listed as inactive Sunday in San Francisco.
Analysis: Murray sustained a medial left ankle sprain near the end of a Week 8 loss to the Packers, keeping him off the practice field this week. Ultimately, he was considered a game-time decision, with his status subject to a pregame warmup, but he was unable to do enough for the Cardinals to risk it Sunday. Murray thus will miss the first game of his career, handing over the offense to backup quarterback Colt McCoy. Murray will be joined by DeAndre Hopkins (hamstring) and A.J. Green (reserve/COVID-19…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 12:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Looks bound for first career absence
Murray (ankle) remains listed as questionable as the 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff for Sunday's game against the 49ers approaches, but Jay Glazer of Fox Sports relays that it will take "something miraculous" in pregame warmups for the quarterback to play.
Analysis: Glazer's dispatch seemingly aligns with a report released earlier Sunday by Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, who said the Cardinals didn't have "a ton of optimism" that Murray would be able to play following a week of no practice activity. The team has similar pessimism about the status of top wideout DeAndre Hopkins (hamstring), who, like Murray, didn't practice all week and is viewed as a game-day decision. Official confirmation on the statuses of both players should arrive no later than 90…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 10:13am by Rotowire.com
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Trending toward Week 9 absence
Murray (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the 49ers, is hopeful to suit up, but the Cardinals don't have "a ton of optimism" that the quarterback will play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Murray plans to go through a pregame workout before the Cardinals decide on his status, but the third-year signal-caller looks bound to miss the first regular-season game of his career unless his sprained left ankle checks out better than expected coming off a week without any practice. Because the Cardinals and 49ers won't kick off until 4:25 p.m. ET, official word on Murray's status won't arrive until after the first wave of games begin at 1 p.m., so fantasy managers are probably best off…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 6:45am by Rotowire.com
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Status depends on warmups
Murray, who (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest in San Francisco, is expected to test his injury in pre-game warmups before Arizona makes a final decision on his status, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports.
Analysis: Schefter notes that the Cardinals want to be careful with his injury and could start Colt McCoy if he isn't ready to play. Murray failed to practice in any capacity Wednesday through Friday, which is usually an ominous sign. However, head coach Kliff Kingsbury has said the quarterback doesn't need to practice in order to play. Still, there looks to be a real risk Murray sits and his late 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff time will make navigating his status for fantasy managers even more difficult.
Published: Sat, Nov 6 at 11:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Game-day call for Week 9
Murray (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest in San Francisco and is being viewed as a game-day decision by head coach Kliff Kingsbury, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Despite having a longer turnaround for the Week 9 contest after the Cardinals played Thursday against the Packers in Week 8, Murray wasn't able to demonstrate much progress in his recovery from the medial sprain of his left ankle he sustained in the loss to Green Bay. Murray failed to practice in any capacity Wednesday through Friday, though Kingsbury has said the quarterback doesn't need to practice in order to play. Arizona plans to re-evaluate Murray on Sunday morning with the hope that an…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 5 at 2:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing again
Murray (ankle) wasn't on the field for the open portion of Friday's practice, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Unless Murray fits in some work on the field in the closed portion of Friday's session, he won't have practiced in any capacity throughout the week. While a lack of practice activity Wednesday through Friday typically results in a player being ruled out for game day, head coach Kliff Kingsbury previously said that Murray doesn't necessarily need to practice in order to play. The Cardinals will provide Murray with an official Week 9 designation following Friday's practice, but even if he gets…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 5 at 9:12am by Rotowire.com
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Still not practicing
Murray (ankle) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Murray wasn't present at the portion of the session open to the media, indicating another DNP was likely for the third-year quarterback as he recovers from a medial left ankle sprain from Week 8. Indeed, the preceding has come to pass, and he'll have just one more chance to fit in some on-field work before the Cardinals determine designations for a Week 9 visit to San Francisco. In the end, he may end up being a game-time call for Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, with Colt McCoy in line to direct…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 4 at 3:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Absent for another practice
Murray (ankle) wasn't in attendance for Thursday's practice and is expected to be listed as a non-participant on Arizona's official report for the second straight day, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Even with the benefit of a longer turnaround for the Cardinals' Week 9 matchup Sunday in San Francisco after the team played Thursday night Week 8, Murray hasn't been able to move past a medial sprain of his left ankle. Though head coach Kliff Kingsbury described Murray as "day-to-day" earlier in the week, the star quarterback's consecutive absences from practice doesn't offer much reassurance that he'll be ready to go by Sunday. Murray will likely need to practice in some capacity Friday for…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 4 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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No practice Wednesday
Murray (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Jay Glazer of Fox Sports reported over the weekend that Murray was tending to a medial sprain of his left ankle in the aftermath of the Cardinals' loss to the Packers last Thursday. Head coach Kliff Kingsbury has since used terms like "day-to-day" and "game-time decision" to describe Murray's status for Sunday's contest in San Francisco, according to Weinfuss. Murray doesn't necessarily need to practice this week to be able to suit up against the 49ers, but a return to the field Thursday or…read more
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Not practicing Wednesday
Murray (ankle) wasn't spotted on the field during the media-access portion of Wednesday's practice, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Murray's absence isn't surprising, given that head coach Kliff Kingsbury previously noted Monday that Murray is considered day-to-day, per Urban. The quarterback's status is currently in flux for Sunday's game against the 49ers, which kicks off among the later wave of games at 4:25 p.m. ET. Colt McCoy would be the next man up for the Cardinals if Murray is unable to play this weekend.
Published: Wed, Nov 3 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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Coach non-committal on status
Murray is progressing in his recovery from a left ankle injury, but head coach Kliff Kingsbury wouldn't speculate on the quarterback's availability for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: According to Jay Glazer of Fox Sports, Murray is dealing with a medial ankle sprain, an injury he sustained in the Cardinals' Week 8 loss to the Packers last Thursday. The longer turnaround in advance of the Cardinals' game in San Francisco should help Murray, but Kingsbury suggested that the 24-year-old still is viewed as day-to-day as the team begins preparations for Week 9. Kingsbury added that Colt McCoy will stay ready in the event Murray doesn't progress as hoped as the week rolls along.
Published: Mon, Nov 1 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with sprained ankle
Murray is dealing with what Jay Glazer of Fox Sports reports is a medial ankle sprain.
Analysis: Per the report, the Cardinals are hoping that the extra rest afforded by the fact that the team played this past Thursday will give Murray enough time to recover in time for a Nov. 7 contest against the 49ers. With that in mind, the QB's status will be worth monitoring closely once Arizona resumes practicing ahead of Week 9 action. If Murray misses any time, Colt McCoy would be next up for reps.
Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 10:54am by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't anticipate missing time
The Cardinals expect Murray (ankle) to play Week 9 against the 49ers, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Murray was spotted in a walking boot after twisting his ankle on the final drive of Thursday's 24-21 loss to Green Bay, but he said he should be fine moving forward. His practice status still will need to be monitored next week, with the 25-year-old QB getting three extra days of rest after a Thursday game. If Murray's ankle doesn't heal the way he anticipates, Colt McCoy is next up under center for the Cardinals.
Published: Fri, Oct 29 at 11:09am by Rotowire.com
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In walking boot after TNF loss
Murray was spotted wearing a walking boot on his left leg following Thursday's 24-21 loss to the Packers, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: After the final play of the game, which resulted in a Green Bay interception, Murray came up limping. Though the QB indicated afterward that he's "good" and it's possible the walking boot was precautionary, the signal-caller's status nonetheless will be worth monitoring as the Cardinals' Nov. 7 contest against the 49ers approaches.
Published: Fri, Oct 29 at 5:15am by Rotowire.com
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Throws critical INT late
Murray completed 22 of 33 passes for 274 yards with no touchdowns and two interceptions in the Cardinals' 24-21 loss to the Packers on Thursday night. He also rushed six times for 21 yards and fumbled once (recovered).
Analysis: While Aaron Rodgers was the quarterback playing with a significantly short-handed receiving corps, it was Murray who often looked out of sorts for one that had his full array of weapons available to start the contest. The MVP candidate did manage to come alive at a pivotal time, as he dug the Cardinals out of a field-position quagmire on their own 1-yard line with back-to-back completions to A.J. Green and Christian Kirk that covered 52 yards with just over two minutes remaining. Murray…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 28 at 9:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Tosses three TDs in rout
Murray completed 20 of 28 passes for 261 yards and three touchdowns with one interception in Sunday's 31-5 win over the Texans.
Analysis: He also carried the ball six times for 10 yards, including a loss of two yards on a first-quarter tote that gave Houston a safety for the game's first points. Murray quickly erased that mistake and then some, and the third-year QB will take a dazzling 17:5 TD:INT into a Week 8 showdown against Aaron Rodgers and the Packers.
Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 7:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Tosses four TDs in Cleveland
Murray completed 20 of 30 passes for 229 yards and four touchdowns in Sunday's 37-14 win over the Browns. He added six rushing yards on seven carries.
Analysis: The Cards jumped out to a 20-0 lead midway through the second quarter, so Murray didn't have to do too much with his arm or legs, but he still tossed a TD in each quarter to produce another big game. The third-year QB has a 14:4 TD:INT on the year, including a 7:0 mark over the last three games, and he seems likely to post strong numbers again in Week 7 at home against the struggling Texans.
Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 5:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to play Sunday
Murray (right shoulder) practiced in full Friday and doesn't have a designation for Sunday's contest at Cleveland, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: During the Cardinals' Week 5 win against the 49ers, Murray was spotted grabbing at his right shoulder and even was looked at by team trainers, but he logged all 61 offensive snaps and completed at least 70 percent of his passes for a fourth consecutive game. Still, his practice reps were limited both Wednesday and Thursday before he handled all of them to wrap up Week 6 prep. Earlier Friday, coach Kliff Kingsbury told Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com when asked if Murray's shoulder was OK, "Yeah, I…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 15 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains limited in practice
Murray (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Murray's reps were capped for the second day in a row due to the QB's right shoulder issue, but the Cardinals haven't suggested his availability for Sunday's game in Cleveland is any question. If he elevates to full activity Friday, Murray should head into the Week 6 contest without an injury designation.
Published: Thu, Oct 14 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited by shoulder issue
Murray was limited at Wednesday's practice by a right shoulder injury, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Murray didn't miss any of the Cardinals' 61 offensive snaps during this past Sunday's 17-10 win against the 49ers, but he was seen grabbing at his upper right arm at one point during the game. Clearly, his throwing shoulder is bothering him at the moment, but he at least was able to get in some reps to begin Week 6 prep. Murray will have two more opportunities to bump up to full participation before Sunday's visit to the Browns.
Published: Wed, Oct 13 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet but sufficient in Week 5
Murray completed 22 of 31 passes for 239 yards and one touchdown against San Francisco on Sunday, adding zero yards on seven carries.
Analysis: The Cardinals weren't exactly lighting it up in the 17-10 victory, and Murray might wish he could have a few of his throws back, but completing 71.0 percent of his passes at 7.7 yards per attempt is more than respectable. The Cardinals will likely need more from Murray on the road against Cleveland in Week 6, so he'll almost certainly be busier in his next showing.
Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 5:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads win over Rams
Murray completed 24 of 32 passes for 268 yards and two touchdowns while adding 39 rushing yards on six carries in Sunday's 37-20 win over the Rams.
Analysis: The third-year quarterback was sharp in helping to keep the Cardinals undefeated, but between an impressive effort from the team's ground game and the Arizona defense holding Matthew Stafford relatively in check, Murray didn't have to carry the entire load. He's produced 12 TDs through four games -- nine passing, three rushing -- and he could need to come up big again in Week 5 in another tough divisional matchup against the 49ers.
Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 5:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Brings it home in second half
Murray completed 28 of 34 passes for 316 yards with no touchdowns and one interception in the Cardinals' 31-19 win over the Jaguars on Sunday. He also rushed seven times for 19 yards and another score.
Analysis: Playing with a less-than-100-percent DeAndre Hopkins and facing a feisty Jaguars defense, Murray and the Cardinals offense struggled in the first half on their way to a 13-7 deficit at intermission. However, the MVP candidate picked it up in the second half and flashed a particularly impressive connection with A.J. Green, who came down with a team-high 36-yard grab on his way to a 112-yard afternoon. Murray's strong early season chemistry with Christian Kirk (7-104) also persisted, with the…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Second 400-yard effort of career
Murray was 29-for-36 passing for 400 yards, three touchdowns and two interceptions during Sunday's 34-33 win against the Vikings. He added five carries for 31 yards and another score on the ground.
Analysis: Murray is putting everything together in his third NFL campaign, accounting for nine total TDs through two games (seven passing, two on the ground). The Cardinals seem to have settled on a tight rotation in the skill positions, with six players accounting for Murray's attention through the air (each one had at least four targets). His scoring strikes went for 15 (DeAndre Hopkins), 77 (Rondale Moore) and nine yards (A.J. Green), while Murray's rushing TD came from 12 yards out. Murray's Week 2…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 5:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Five-touchdown season debut
Murray completed 21 of 32 passes for 289 yards, four touchdowns and one interception at Tennessee on Sunday. He added 20 yards and a fifth touchdown rushing.
Analysis: Murray directed a highly efficient showing for wideouts DeAndre Hopkins (six catches for 83 yards and two touchdowns on eight targts), Christian Kirk (five catches for 70 yards and two touchdowns on five targets) and rookie second-round pick Rondale Moore (four catches for 68 yards on five targets). A.J. Green was less effective (two catches for 25 yards on six targets), but it still seems safe to say the new-look Arizona offense could be even more potent than the 2020 one. Although the…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 12 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play in preseason finale
Coach Kliff Kingsburry said Thursday that Murray won't suit up for Saturday's exhibition finale against the Saints, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Murray played two possessions during last weekend's preseason game against the Chiefs, but the Cardinals now will opt to preserve the franchise quarterback for Week 1. "[Murray is] ready to go," Kingsbury said. It wouldn't be surprising to see Arizona hold a number of other starters out as well Saturday. With Murray on the bench, Colt McCoy and Chris Streveler are set to helm the offense against New Orleans.
Published: Thu, Aug 26 at 10:43am by Rotowire.com
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Brief cameo in Friday's loss
Murray completed one of four passes for two yards and rushed once for eight yards in the Cardinals' 17-10 preseason loss to the Chiefs on Friday night. He also fumbled once, but it was recovered by the offense.
Analysis: Heading into the contest, conventional wisdom was Murray would be used sparingly, and that's precisely what came to pass. Murray ultimately played on the first two possessions and took two sacks on his final drive, fumbling on a hit by Chris Jones but not turning the ball over. The stilted performance naturally has no bearing on Murray's regular-season prospects, which remain significantly elevated given his arsenal of pass-catching weapons.
Published: Fri, Aug 20 at 8:13pm by Rotowire.com
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In line to play Friday
Murray is expected to play in Friday's preseason game against the Chiefs, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Murray's eventual workload remains to be seen, but he likely won't be in store for more than one or two possessions, with the quarterback merely saying that he'll log "some snaps" Friday. Assuming he does suit up, the appearance likely will be the only one for the third-year pro during exhibition season.
Published: Wed, Aug 18 at 2:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Not in line to play Friday
Murray is unlikely to play in Friday's preseason contest against the Cowboys, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Despite coach Kliff Kingsbury saying Murray would get in some snaps Friday, the quarterback is in street clothes just minutes before kickoff. Assuming Murray does sit out, Colt McCoy and Chris Streveler will handle QB duties for the Cardinals.
Published: Fri, Aug 13 at 6:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Playing status up in air
Murray isn't going through pregame warmups before Friday's preseason game against the Cowboys, meaning he may not see the field, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Earlier this week, coach Kliff Kingsbury said Murray would "play some" in the Cardinals' exhibition opener, but that may have been a bluff. If Murray doesn't suit up Friday, the team will roll with Colt McCoy and Chris Streveler under center.
Published: Fri, Aug 13 at 6:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Playing Friday night
Coach Kliff Kingsbury said Murray will play in Friday's preseason game against the Cowboys, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: With the preseason schedule down to three games, it's possible more teams will play starters in their respective openers. In any case, Murray likely will play only a series or two Friday night.
Published: Mon, Aug 9 at 12:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Hoping to run less this year
Murray believes his running ability "should be a luxury" for the Arizona offense, rather than a crucial component the way it was last season, ESPN.com's Josh Weinfuss reports.
Analysis: Fantasy managers were thrilled with his 133/819/11 rushing line, a big step forward after Murray put up 93/544/4 as a rookie. He hopes the team won't need him to run quite as much moving forward, in part because it's harder to do so when he's banged up. Murray does have a little more help in the pass-catching department this year, with the Cardinals bringing in 33-year-old A.J. Green and rookie second-round pick Rondale Moore, while James Conner replaces Kenyan Drake (LVR) in the backfield. The…read more
Published: Fri, Jul 2 at 1:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Injury lingers, won't need surgery
Coach Kliff Kingsbury said Monday that Murray (ankle) still is limping but won't require offseason surgery, Katherine Fitzgerald of The Arizona Republic reports.
Analysis: Murray managed to retake the field despite injuring his ankle during Sunday's 18-7 loss to the Rams, but he clearly was hobbled upon doing so in the fourth quarter. That the second-year pro won't require surgery should bode well for his chances of making a full recovery in time for Arizona's offseason program. The 23-year-old emerged as a bonafide fantasy superstar this season, in no small part due to the 819 rushing yards and 11 scores he accumulated on the ground. Murray also took a step…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 4 at 11:17am by Rotowire.com
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Retakes field, but held scoreless
Murray (ankle) completed eight of 11 passes for 87 yards while rushing for three yards on a pair of carries during Sunday's 18-7 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: Murray had to exit Sunday's contest after absorbing a sack from Los Angeles' Morgan Fox on the opening drive, and he didn't retake the field until the 14:21 mark of the fourth quarter. Powering through his ankle injury, the first-time Pro Bowler demonstrated toughness in attempting to lead his team back in a must-win situation. Murray and the Cardinals' offense couldn't muster any scores over his final two drives, however, with the team's only trip inside Los Angeles' 40-yard line resulting in…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 4:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Back in Sunday's game
Murray (ankle) returned to Sunday's contest against the Rams.
Analysis: After Murray injured his ankle on the first drive of the game, he spent most of the next three quarters in the locker room or on the sideline throwing passes and operating a stationary bike while Chris Streveler generated seven points on the next eight possessions. Murray will look to put together a comeback effort.
Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 3:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Picks up ankle injury
Murray suffered an ankle injury during Sunday's road game versus the Rams, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Murray emerged from Week 16 with what was termed a lower leg issue, and he now has left the regular-season finale with an injury in that region. He's questionable to return, but if he doesn't rejoin his teammates on the field, Chris Streveler will lead the Cardinals offense.
Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Leaves field Sunday
Murray (undisclosed) went to the locker room during Sunday's road game against the Rams, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Murray hobbled off the field, which may indicate he aggravated the lower leg injury that he sustained Week 16 against the 49ers. While Murray's status is unknown, the Cardinals will hand over the keys to the offense to his backup Chris Streveler.
Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Puts in full practice
Murray (leg) practiced fully Wednesday, Katherine Fitzgerald of The Arizona Republic reports.
Analysis: During the portion of Wednesday's practice open to the media, Murray participated in a scrambling drill, a good sign as he works through the lower leg injury he suffered in Saturday's loss to the 49ers. He proceeded to do enough for him to log an uncapped session, setting him up to helm the Cardinals offense, per usual, this weekend against the Rams. In three career matchups versus Los Angeles, Murray has averaged 220.3 passing yards per game while tossing five touchdowns versus four…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 30 at 3:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Expecting to play Week 17
Murray (lower leg) expects to suit up Sunday against the Rams in Los Angeles, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Murray managed some reps at Wednesday's practice, taking part in a scrambling drill, according to Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site. Wednesday's injury report will reveal exactly how much work Murray was able to handle, but he appears to be putting himself in a position to play this weekend after sustaining a lower leg issue in last weekend's loss to the 49ers.
Published: Wed, Dec 30 at 11:03am by Rotowire.com
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Spotted at practice
Murray (lower leg) is participating in the portion of Wednesday's practice open to the media, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Murray was spotted taking reps during a scrambling drill, a hint that the lower leg injury he sustained in last weekend's loss to the 49ers isn't a major concern. How well the star signal-caller holds up in practice this week will no doubt play a major role in determining his availability for Sunday's must-win road game against the Rams.
Published: Wed, Dec 30 at 9:32am by Rotowire.com
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Expected at practice
Murray (lower leg) is expected to participate in practice Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Murray suffered what appeared to be a significant lower leg injury on the final drive of last weekend's loss to the 49ers, but head coach Kliff Kingsbury has since said that he's "hopeful" the second-year signal-caller will be available Week 17. If Murray is indeed able to handle at least limited reps to begin the practice week, it will bode well for his chances of facing the Rams on Sunday.
Published: Wed, Dec 30 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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Injury news optimistic
Coach Kliff Kingsbury said Monday that he's "hopeful" Murray (lower leg) will "be in position to play" against the Rams in Week 17, Kevin Zimmerman of ArizonaSports.com reports.
Analysis: Kingsbury didn't provide more specifics of Murray's injury, per Zimmerman, other than calling it a lower leg issue. The second-year pro suffered the injury on the final drive of Saturday's 20-12 loss to the 49ers, and while it initially appeared worrisome, it now looks like he's avoided a severe issue. Arizona requires a win over the Rams on Sunday for any chance of getting into the playoffs, so Murray will no doubt do his best to suit up. Of course, if he's not at full health it could impede…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 11:14am by Rotowire.com
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Seemingly escapes severe injury
Murray (leg), who suffered an injury on the last drive of Saturday's 20-12 loss to the 49ers and stayed down for several moments, is expected to be okay, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
Analysis: Murray was leg-whipped and appeared to be in some pain before being helped off the field by teammates and staff, though he stayed on the sideline rather than going to the locker room. Before the injury, he struggled while completing 31 of 50 pass attempts for 247 yards (4.9 yards per attempt) with one interception and no touchdowns. He added 75 yards on eight carries but also took three sacks in this disappointing performance. Murray will certainly undergo testing over the next couple of days…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 6:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Notches new career high in yardage
Murray completed 27 of 36 pass attempts for 406 yards, three touchdowns and one interception while carrying eight times for 29 yards and another touchdown in Sunday's 33-26 win over the Eagles.
Analysis: Murray completed 75 percent of his passes and averaged a stellar 11.3 yards per attempt as he notched a new career high in yardage. He completed five passes of 25 yards or longer and connected with DeAndre Hopkins for the decisive 20-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter. Murray, who averaged just 195.7 yards per game over the last three while struggling through a shoulder issue, has seemingly gotten back on track. He will look to build on this effort next Saturday against the 49ers.
Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 7:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Modest numbers in easy win
Murray completed 24 of 35 passes for 244 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 26-7 win over the Giants. He added 47 yards on 13 rushing attempts.
Analysis: Arizona's offense has struggled near the goal line recently, and those issues continued in this game, as Murray capped the team's opening drive with a fourth-down incompletion from New York's one-yard line. He finally guided the offense across the goal line on Arizona's fourth red-zone possession of the first half, finding Dan Arnold in the back of the end zone with a rainbow from seven yards out. New York's defense did a good job of limiting Murray's running lanes, but it was still encouraging…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Tosses three TDs in loss
Murray completed 21 of 39 passes for 173 yards and three touchdowns with one interception in Sunday's 38-28 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: While he found the end zone three times with his arm, it was otherwise another disappointing effort from Murray, as his INT was taken the other way for a 35-yard TD by Troy Hill late in the fourth quarter while the Cards were trying to mount a comeback. Perhaps more distressingly for anyone with fantasy shares in the second-year QB, he once again produced little on the ground, gaining only 15 rushing yards on five carries. Until his shoulder is closer to 100 percent, Murray's scrambling…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 5:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs full practice
Murray (right shoulder) practiced fully Thursday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Murray is tending to an injury to his right throwing shoulder, which capped his practice reps Wednesday. That said, he handled all of them one day later, allowing him to gear up for Sunday's matchup against a Rams pass defense that has mostly contained opposing quarterbacks this season (203.5 yards given up per game, third in the NFL).
Published: Thu, Dec 3 at 4:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Puts in limited practice
Murray (shoulder) was limited at Wednesday's practice, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Murray continues to get weekly maintenance of his right shoulder after injuring it in a Nov. 19 loss at Seattle. Ahead of last week's loss to New England, he logged limited showings on the first two injury reports before practicing in full Friday. Murray continued his streak of playing every offensive snap in the contest, but he also fell shy of 200 yards passing for the third time this season and failed to throw or run for a touchdown. Assuming he follows a similar practice regimen this week,…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 2 at 5:20pm by Rotowire.com
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No TDs in Week 12 loss
Murray completed 23 of 34 passes for 170 yards and an interception while adding five carries for 31 yards in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Patriots.
Analysis: Murray had a would-be touchdown to KeeSean Johnson just before halftime ruled short on replay, and the Cardinals ended up going without points on the drive after another tough spot went against them on the next play. Tipped passes have been a problem recently for the diminutive quarterback, and he was intercepted on such a play in the third quarter, leading to New England's go-ahead touchdown on the ensuing possession. Murray was held to fewer than 200 passing yards for the third time this…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play
Murray (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Kyle Odegard of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Murray upgraded to full participation at Friday's practice after logging limited sessions Wednesday and Thursday. It's still possible the AC joint injury has some impact on his performance, but the Cardinals don't seem too worried about it, nor did Murray when he was asked about his shoulder after last week's loss to Seattle. He's locked in as one of the top fantasy options at QB, with his running ability creating A+ upside even when Murray is imperfect as a passer.
Published: Fri, Nov 27 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Should play Sunday
Cardinals GM Steve Keim expects Murray (shoulder) to play in Sunday's game against the Patriots, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Murray downplayed the impact of an AC joint injury in his throwing shoulder after last Thursday's loss to the Seahawks, but he's been limited in practice so far this week. It sounds like he's on track to play, even if his arm strength won't quite be at the usual level.
Published: Fri, Nov 27 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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Limited again Thursday
Murray (shoulder) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Murray toughed out an AC joint injury in his right throwing shoulder during last Thursday's loss at Seattle, but he still managed 269 yards and two touchdowns through the air. On the ground, though, he recorded season lows with five carries for 15 yards. With back-to-back capped practices to begin Week 12 prep, he doesn't seem to be in danger of missing Sunday's game at New England. Friday's injury report could clarify his status.
Published: Thu, Nov 26 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited in practice Wednesday
Murray (shoulder) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: The Cardinals are still managing Murray's practice reps due to the AC joint injury in his right shoulder that he sustained during last week's loss to the Seahawks, but the team hasn't yet offered any hints that the second-year quarterback is in any real danger of missing time. As long as Murray is able to continue practicing in at least a limited capacity, he should have a good shot at suiting up Sunday against the Patriots. For what it's worth, Arizona head coach Kliff Kingsbury said he feels…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 25 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Works out on side at practice
Murray (shoulder) worked out on a side field away from his healthy teammates during Tuesday's practice session, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Murray is still recovering from the AC joint injury to his right shoulder that he suffered in last week's loss to the Seahawks, but at this stage, the issue isn't expected to sideline him for the Cardinals' Nov. 29 game in New England. The Cardinals won't release their first official Week 12 injury report until Wednesday, at which point the extent of Murray's participation in practice will be clear.
Published: Tue, Nov 24 at 9:00am by Rotowire.com
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Not too worried about shoulder
Murray suffered an AC joint injury to his throwing shoulder during Thursday's loss to Seattle, but the Cardinals expect him to be fine for their next game Nov. 29 against the Patriots, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Murray was checked out by the medical staff at least once or twice during Thursday's game, but he never missed a snap and still managed to throw for 269 yards and a pair of touchdowns. While a lack of rushing production made it his worst performance of the season from a fantasy standpoint, Murray downplayed his shoulder injury after the contest, simply saying "I'm good" when reporters asked him about it, per Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official website.
Published: Fri, Nov 20 at 10:45am by Rotowire.com
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Productive fantasy effort in loss
Murray completed 29 of 42 passes for 269 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions in the Cardinals' 28-21 loss to the Seahawks on Thursday night. He also rushed five times for 15 yards.
Analysis: Murray's ledger ultimately corroborates a mistake-free effort, but he was still directly involved in a couple of plays that proved pivotal to the Seahawks' win. The 23-year-old signal-caller was charged with intentional grounding deep in his own end on the first play of an early fourth-quarter drive with Arizona trailing by just two points, and J.R. Sweezy was subsequently whistled for holding in the end zone a play later, resulting in a safety. Murray also took a sack at Seattle's 33-yard line…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 19 at 8:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Last-minute heroics against Bills
Murray completed 22 of 32 passes for 245 yards and one touchdown with one interception while carrying the ball 11 times for 61 yards and two more TDs in Sunday's 32-30 win over the Bills.
Analysis: The one touchdown pass immediately went down as one of the greatest plays in Cardinals history -- on the final play of the game, Murray avoided pressure and heaved a 43-yard hail mary into the end zone that DeAndre Hopkins came down with despite triple coverage. The second-year QB already has 10 rushing touchdowns through nine games in addition to his impressive numbers through the air, and Murray figures to pad his totals further in Week 11 against a porous Seahawks defense.
Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 5:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Accounts for four TDs in loss
Murray completed 21 of 26 pass attempts for 283 yards and three touchdowns Sunday against the Dolphins. He also carried 11 times for 106 yards and another touchdown in the 34-31 loss.
Analysis: The defeat was no fault of Murray's, as he averaged a healthy 10.9 yards per attempt and completed 81 percent of his passes. He threw touchdown passes to three different receivers and added another one on the ground as he racked up a new career high in rushing yards. Perhaps his only misstep was a fumble that was returned for a touchdown on the first drive of the game, which ultimately made the difference in a narrow loss. Coming off perhaps his most complete performance of the season, Murray…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 5:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Accounts for four TDs in OT win
Murray completed 34 of 48 pass attempts for 360 yards, three touchdowns and an interception while adding 14 carries for 67 yards and another touchdown in Sunday's 37-34 overtime win over Seattle.
Analysis: Murray put the team on his back in a crucial NFC West showdown and outdueled early MVP candidate Russell Wilson on a national stage. The 2019 first overall pick continues to make strides as a passer following a promising rookie campaign, posting a 66.9 completion percentage, 2,207 passing yards and a 13:7 TD:INT ratio. But what really sets Murray apart as a fantasy signal-caller has been his prowess with his legs. The 23-year-old has taken over the title as the league's top rushing quarterback…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 26 at 12:30am by Rotowire.com
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Three TDs in hometown return
Murray completed nine of 24 pass attempts for 188 yards and two touchdowns, adding 74 rushing yards and one rushing TD on 10 carries during Monday's 38-10 win against the Cowboys.
Analysis: After winning three state titles for nearby Allen High School, Murray made his first trip to AT&T Stadium as a pro. The 23-year-old signal-caller may have completed a career-low nine passes during the contest, but he still made plenty of big plays. In addition to another electrifying performance on the ground, Murray connected with Christian Kirk for an 80-yard TD at the 4:43 mark of the second quarter, and he also found DeAndre Hopkins for a 60-yard gain on his first completion of the second…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 19 at 9:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Sets new career high in win
Murray completed 27 of 37 passes for a career-high 380 yards and one touchdown with one interception, adding 31 rushing yards and a TD on nine carries, in Sunday's 30-10 win over the Jets.
Analysis: The Cardinals found the end zone in every quarter as Murray kept the offense humming, capping his afternoon with two long bombs to DeAndre Hopkins that accounted for 82 yards and a TD. Murray is only the third quarterback in history to throw for at least five touchdowns and run for at least five touchdowns through his team's first five games of the season, joining Cam Newton and Kordell Stewart. He should be able to pad those totals significantly in Week 6 against a reeling Cowboys defense.
Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 2:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Three touchdown passes
Murray completed 24 of 31 pass attempts for 133 yards and three touchdowns in Week 4 against Carolina. He added 78 rushing yards.
Analysis: Murray didn't deliver a gaudy yardage total, averaging only 4.3 yards per attempt. However, he did salvage his performance by recording at least three passing touchdowns for the first time this season -- each which came within three yards of the end zone. Positively, Murray remained dangerous with his legs, as he broke off a 48-yard run to highlight his third performance this season with over 50 rushing yards. Murray should be in line to bounce back through the air in Week 5, as the Cardinals…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Commits three turnovers in loss
Murray completed 23 of 35 pass attempts for 270 yards, two touchdowns and three interceptions Sunday against the Lions. He also carried five times for 29 yards and a touchdown in the 26-23 loss.
Analysis: Murray completed 66 percent of his passes, but two interceptions on his opening three drives put his team in an early hole. He completed a pair of touchdowns to Andy Isabella and scored his fourth rushing touchdown in three games, but it ultimately wasn't enough to win after his early struggles. Murray had been excellent as both a passer and a runner in the first two games of the season and will look to get back on track next Sunday against the Panthers.
Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 6:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Runs wild against Washington
Murray completed 26 of 38 passes for 286 yards with a touchdown and an interception while rushing for 67 yards and two TDs on eight carries in Sunday's 30-15 win over Washington.
Analysis: The second-year pivot once again did a lot of damage with his legs, rushing for a 14-yard score at the end of the first quarter and then a 21-yard TD early in the fourth, but he was nearly as impressive with his arm, finding both Andy Isabella and Christian Kirk on receptions of longer than 40 yards in addition to plenty of completions to DeAndre Hopkins and Larry Fitzgerald underneath. Murray appears to be taking a huge step forward in his development this season, and he could be poised for…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 5:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Orchestrates win over 49ers
Murray completed 26 of 40 passes for one touchdown and one interception during Sunday's 24-20 win over the 49ers. He also carried 13 times for 91 yards and a touchdown.
Analysis: Murray struggled to complete passes at times against a tough San Francisco defense, averaging just 5.8 yards per attempt. He still completed 65 percent of his passes, however, and notably connected 14 times with new wideout weapon DeAndre Hopkins. Murray was also electric as a runner, leading the team in rushing and averaging a gaudy 7.0 yards per attempt thanks to a 22-yard touchdown scamper in the fourth quarter. All in all it was an excellent season debut for Murray, who should be considered…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 5:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Adds muscle in offseason
Coach Kliff Kingsbury said Wednesday that Murray put on some weight during the offseason, Mike Jurecki of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Listed at 5-foot-10 and 207 pounds, Murray has the same approximate body type as division rival Russell Wilson. The second-year pro may be the shortest starting quarterback in the league, but his ability to withstand hits doesn't seem to be a major point of concern. While their offensive line remains a potential weak point, the Cardinals could take a big step forward on offense with DeAndre Hopkins climbing aboard for Year 2 of the Kingsbury/Murray project.
Published: Wed, Aug 5 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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Gets another weapon
The Cardinals provided Murray with another proven wide receiver following the acquisition of DeAndre Hopkins from the Texans.
Analysis: Despite having few reliable WR options beyond Larry Fitzgerald and Christian Kirk and an uneven ground game until the midseason addition of Kenyan Drake in 2019, Murray completed 64 percent of his passes en route to 3,722 yards (15th in the NFL), 20 touchdowns (21st) and 12 interceptions (tied for 11th) as a rookie. Murray also ripped off 544 yards at 5.8 YPC -- both good for second among QBs behind last year's MVP Lamar Jackson -- and added four more scores on the ground. It's safe to consider…read more
Published: Thu, Mar 19 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Wins Offensive Rookie honors
Murray was voted AP Offensive Rookie of the Year on Saturday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Murray lived up to his billing as the first overall pick in the 2019 draft and has a bright future ahead of him after taking home this award. He's a premier asset in dynasty formats and will be on the radar in redraft leagues as well as he continues to mature as the Cardinals' starting quarterback.
Published: Sat, Feb 1 at 3:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Impresses as rookie
Murray concluded his rookie season completing 64.4 percent of his passes for 3,722 yards, 20 touchdowns and 12 interceptions while turning 93 carries into 544 yards and four more TDs in 16 games.
Analysis: With such a stat line, Murray joined Cam Newton from 2011 as the only rookie signal-callers to surpass 3,500 yards through the air and 500 yards as a rusher. Murray also had eight contests with two or more passing touchdowns, five 300-yard performances and a streak of 211 passes in a row without an interception. The skill positions for the Cardinals may experience a change in 2020, as veteran wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald and midseason acquisition Kenyan Drake are unrestricted free agents.…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 8:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Able to return
Murray (arm) was able to return to Sunday's season finale against the Rams, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Murray couldn't guide his team to a comeback after returning in the fourth quarter, but he raised his passing total for the game to 324 yards, giving the rookie first overall pick 3,721 passing yards for the season.
Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 4:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Hurts arm in finale
Murray (arm) exited in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Rams and was replaced by Brett Hundley, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Murray completed 22 of 37 passes for 288 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions prior to exiting the game. Assuming he's done for the game, Murray will finish his rookie season with 3,685 passing yards and a 20:12 TD:INT. According to Weinfuss, doctors were checking out Murray's lower right arm after he exited the game.
Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 4:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Suiting up Week 17
Murray (hamstring) is listed as active Sunday against the Rams at L.A., Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Limited all week due to a right hamstring injury, Murray was termed a game-time decision by coach Kliff Kingsbury. His availability was contingent on a pregame workout, in which he must have performed well enough for the training staff to sign off on his status. In his first faceoff with the Rams this season, Murray completed 19 of 34 passes for 163 yards and one interception while running four times for 28 yards and a TD.
Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 12:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Seemingly on track to play
Murray (hamstring), who remains listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, is expected to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The Cardinals are still essentially viewing Murray as a game-time decision leading up to the 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, but the rookie's strained right hamstring apparently didn't prove too problematic for him while he worked out earlier in the day. Unless Murray experiences a setback during pregame warmups, he should garner the starting nod and put a cap on what has been a mostly positive rookie season. Through his first 15 outings, Murray has completed 64.6 percent of his attempts for 3,397 yards…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 9:11am by Rotowire.com
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Still viewed as game-time call
Murray (hamstring), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, is viewed as a true game-time decision, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Rapoport's report essentially aligns with what coach Kliff Kingsbury said Friday about Murray, who ceded most of the reps to No. 2 quarterback Brett Hundley during practice this week. Even with little at stake for the non-contending Cardinals in the finale, Kingsbury previously said that he wanted Murray to suit up if the hamstring cooperates, as the coach believes having the rookie play in the matchup with a divisional opponent is a good developmental opportunity. Those considering Murray in…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 6:00am by Rotowire.com
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Officially deemed questionable
Murray (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Coach Kliff Kingsbury suggested the rookie is truly questionable and will be a game-day decision, though other signs point toward Murray sitting in Week 17 absence. Brett Hundley took most of the reps at quarterback during practices this week, and the Cardinals called up another signal-caller from the practice squad Friday in Drew Anderson. There's no guarantee of a final answer before the Cardinals release their inactive list approximately 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff.…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 27 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Headed for game-time call
Murray (hamstring) is expected to be a game-day decision for Sunday's contest against the Rams, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Coach Kliff Kingsbury said he isn't sure if Murray will be ready to play and also mentioned that Brett Hundley has taken most of the practice reps this week, while quarterback Drew Anderson has been promoted from the practice squad. While none of that sounds promising, Kyle Odegard of the Cardinals' official site thought Murray was moving around without much trouble during Friday's practice. Ultimately, the Cardinals aren't in the mix for a playoff spot, so it wouldn't make sense to play Murray…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 27 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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Officially limited Thursday
Murray (hamstring) was limited in practice Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Murray has yet to progress to a 'full' showing in practice this week, the result of a hamstring injury. In particular, he was seen throwing on the side Tuesday before fitting in some individual drills Thursday, according to Scott Bordow of The Athletic. Ultimately, Murray's activity level Friday will go a long way in coach Kliff Kingsbury's decision-making process for Sunday's season finale against the Rams in L.A.
Published: Thu, Dec 26 at 3:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Practicing Thursday
Murray (hamstring) participated in a handful of drills, but not all of them, during the portion of Thursday's practice open to the media, Scott Bordow of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: On Tuesday, Murray was contained to throwing before leaving the field once the session kicked off. Still, the activity was enough for the rookie signal-caller to be listed as limited on Wednesday's practice estimate, according to Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site. Considering his workload so far Thursday, Murray seems poised to have a cap on his reps again, but the Cardinals' second Week 17 injury report will reveal how much he was able to handle.
Published: Thu, Dec 26 at 10:42am by Rotowire.com
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Limited on first practice report
Arizona lists Murray (hamstring) as a limited participant on Wednesday's estimated practice report, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Due to the holiday, the Cardinals held their first Week 17 practice Tuesday, with Murray only taking part in individual drills that day. As such, Murray's limited listing on the team's initial practice report comes as little surprise, but the quarterback still has two more days to increase his activity level. Despite little being on the line for Arizona in Sunday's season finale against the Rams, coach Kliff Kingsbury has said that Murray will start the contest if the hamstring isn't an issue…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 25 at 10:25am by Rotowire.com
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Not much activity Tuesday
Murray threw passes but didn't participate in individual drills at the portion of Tuesday's unofficial practice open to the media, Scott Bordow of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The Cardinals won't reveal Murray's activity level until they post Wednesday's injury report, but it appears his minor right hamstring strain will keep him to either LP or DNP. There's no reason to believe Murray won't be under center Sunday against the Rams in L.A., but Brett Hundley is next in line for reps if the rookie can't suit up.
Published: Tue, Dec 24 at 10:58am by Rotowire.com
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To practice Tuesday
Murray (hamstring) is expected to take part in Tuesday's unofficial practice, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Cardinals removed Murray during the third quarter of Week 16's eventual win at Seattle due to a hamstring issue. An MRI on Monday revealed the rookie quarterback only "tweaked" his right hamstring, per coach Kliff Kingsbury, who called it a minor strain. The team won't release an injury report for the season finale until Wednesday, at which point Murray's activity level will become clearer.
Published: Tue, Dec 24 at 9:13am by Rotowire.com
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MRI yields promising results
The MRI that Murray underwent Monday on his right hamstring injury revealed only a minor strain, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Fortunately for Murray, he avoided a significant injury after exiting in the third quarter of Sunday's 27-13 win over the Seahawks, but the Cardinals still intend to take a wait-and-see approach with the signal-caller in advance of their Dec. 29 season finale versus the Rams. Coach Kliff Kingsbury noted earlier Monday that Murray will play Week 17 if healthy enough to do so, so the rookie's participation in practices Wednesday through Friday bears a close eye. Brett Hundley is the next man up…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Slated for MRI
Coach Kliff Kingsbury confirmed Monday that Murray will undergo an MRI to gain more information about the hamstring injury he sustained in Sunday's 27-13 win over the Seahawks, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Before departing in the third quarter, Murray had been enjoying a productive day in the Cardinals' eventual upset victory, finishing with 11 completions on 18 attempts for 118 yards and a touchdown while adding 40 yards on six carries. The 5-9-1 Cardinals don't have much at stake in their Week 17 matchup with the Rams, though Kingsbury noted that Murray will start if healthy enough to do so, as Arizona believes the extra reps against a divisional opponent will prove beneficial for the…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 9:23am by Rotowire.com
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Week 17 status uncertain
Murray's (hamstring) status for Week 17 against the Rams is uncertain, Kyle Odegard of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Odegard adds that coach Kliff Kingsbury will only play Murray if he's 100 percent healthy. The 5-9-1 Cardinals have no reason not to play it safe with their rookie quarterback, so there's a good chance Brett Hundley will start under center after relieving Murray in Sunday's win over Seattle.
Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 7:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Hurts hamstring Sunday
Murray suffered a hamstring injury during Sunday's game in Seattle, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: In between third-quarter possessions, the Cardinals training staff examined Murray before making a call on his health. If he's unable to return, he'll end the day with 118 yards and one TD on 11-for-18 passing to go with six carries for 40 yards. Veteran Brett Hundley has replaced Murray under center for the Cardinals.
Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 3:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Tosses touchdown in win
Murray completed 19 of 25 passes for 219 yards, a touchdown and an interception in Sunday's 38-24 win over the Browns. He also rushed eight times for 56 yards.
Analysis: Murray rebounded well from last week's three-interception outing, getting Arizona out to a 14-0 lead early on. Although he subsequently threw an interception, the rookie responded with a six-yard touchdown pass to cap his next drive. Murray's wheels were also on display Sunday as he ripped off a season-long 35-yard rush during the first half. Overall, it was a solid bounce-back effort, but Murray's final two matchups -- at the Seahawks and at the Rams -- could pose a challenge to close the…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 4:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Picked three times by Steelers D
Murray completed 20 of 30 pass attempts for 194 yards while throwing two touchdowns and three interceptions during Sunday's 23-17 loss to the Steelers. He also ran for two yards on six carries.
Analysis: Murray was suffocated by a Pittsburgh defense that entered Week 14 ranked No. 3 in the NFL with 43 sacks. The rookie signal-caller absorbed six QB hits and five sacks while Arizona was held under 20 points for a second consecutive game. Not only has Murray now been held under 195 passing yards in three consecutive appearances, he's also seen his rushing production decrease of late. Murray has managed just 30 combined rushing yards over his past two outings after he averaged 44.6 yards per game…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 5:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Rough day against Rams
Murray completed 19 of 34 passes for 163 yards and an interception while adding 28 rushing yards and a touchdown on four carries in Sunday's 34-7 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: The rookie QB couldn't get anything going through the air in large part due to the Rams' pass rush, which was able to sack Murray six times. He did salvage his day from a personal standpoint with his fourth rushing TD of the year, however, Murray will need better protection if he's going to rebound in Week 14 when the Cardinals host the Steelers.
Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 5:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Available Sunday, as expected
Murray (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game versus the Rams, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Murray made an appearance on the Cardinals' injury report Friday as a full participant but nonetheless was listed as questionable for Week 13 due to a hamstring issue. The team revealed its hand Saturday when it didn't stop the Lions from plucking QB Kyle Sloter from the practice squad. Still, Murray's availability came down to the release of inactives Sunday afternoon. He'll aim to produce against a Rams defense that has given up 248.6 yards per game and an 18:7 TD:INT to quarterbacks in 11…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 11:33am by Rotowire.com
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Set to start Sunday
Murray (hamstring), who is listed as questionable on the official injury report, will start Sunday against the Rams, a source told Adam Schefter of ESPN.
Analysis: Murray was able to practice fully Friday despite garnering a questionable tag, so his availability for Week 13 makes sense. Still, fantasy managers will want to check his status before the 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff.
Published: Sat, Nov 30 at 9:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Late addition to injury report
Murray was added to Friday's injury report with a hamstring issue, Mike Jurecki of the Cardinals' official site report. He's listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams.
Analysis: Murray's ability to maintain full practice participation Friday suggests the injury isn't too serious, but the timing nonetheless creates some concern. A 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff is suboptimal for fantasy managers, limiting the available alternatives if Murray does end up as a game-time decision. Brett Hundley is the backup quarterback in Arizona.
Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Produces three TDs in loss
Murray completed 24 of 33 passes for 150 yards and two touchdowns while gaining 67 rushing yards and a TD on eight carries in Sunday's 36-26 loss to the 49ers.
Analysis: The San Francisco defense did a fairly good job shutting down Arizona's passing game, but it couldn't contain Murray's scrambling, as the rookie QB picked up his third rushing score of the year while also throwing multiple TDs for the third straight game. The No. 1 pick in the 2019 draft is putting together a strong first season in the NFL, and he'll get a well-earned break during the Cards' bye before the team hosts the Rams in Week 13.
Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 5:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Eclipses 300-yard mark in loss
Murray completed 27 of 44 passes for 324 yards with three touchdowns and one interception in the Cardinals' 30-27 loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday. He also rushed three times for 38 yards.
Analysis: Murray put together the fourth 300-yard effort of his nascent career in the close loss, and he had the Cardinals in the game until the very last play, a last-gasp heave in which Arizona tried to argue for pass interference. Murray had his connection with Christian Kirk in top form, as he hit the second-year wideout for touchdown passes of 33, 69 and 15 yards during the contest. The 2019 first overall pick has multiple touchdown passes in back-to-back games after a five-game stretch where he…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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