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Kyler Murray: Baseball Bound After QB Trade?
12 Nov
Summary
- Dan Patrick suggested Kyler Murray consider baseball.
- Oakland A's drafted Murray and still hold his rights.
- Cousins' trade to Vikings may impact Murray's playing time.
Radio host Dan Patrick has suggested that Kyler Murray consider a career in baseball, a sport where the Oakland A's drafted him ninth overall in 2018. This suggestion arose following the Minnesota Vikings' acquisition of quarterback Kirk Cousins. Murray, a former top NFL draft pick, faces a potentially limited role behind the 38-year-old Cousins, who is expected to start unless injured.
Murray's performance in his junior year at Oklahoma showed promise in baseball, hitting .296 with 10 home runs. Patrick drew a parallel to Michael Jordan's transition to baseball. Meanwhile, analyst Skip Bayless expressed a differing view, believing the Vikings may have prematurely given up on Murray, citing his improvement and a crucial late-game drive.
Despite differing opinions on Murray's football potential, the Vikings' front office opted for veteran stability with Cousins after recent quarterback uncertainties, including Carson Wentz's performance and Murray's hamstring injury. The Vikings' decision means Murray's immediate future as a starting quarterback remains unclear, with his readiness for the upcoming game against the Packers in question.
