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Kyler Murray has apparently had enough of watching other quarterbacks get big contracts in this offseason’s explosive market.
The 2019 No. 1 pick is entering the fourth season of his rookie deal, which pays an undesirable $5.5 million.
On Thursday, NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported that Murray’s agent pulled his initial proposal to the Cardinals, who still haven’t made an offer — and that the QB is unlikely to play without a new contract.
In an offseason where four QBs signed contracts in excess of $40 million per season, there’s logic behind Murray’s potential holdout.
- Derek Carr, Raiders: three-year, $121.5M extension
- Matthew Stafford, Rams: four-year, $160M extension
- Deshaun Watson, Browns: five-year, $230M deal
- Aaron Rodgers, Packers: three-year, $150.8M extension
Murray could be looking for a deal comparable to that of Josh Allen, who signed a six-year, $258 million ($43M AAV) extension with the Bills after his third NFL season.
If he’s planning a different route, there’s Lamar Jackson — who seems content betting on himself and taking a more patient approach.
The self-repped QB hasn’t reached an agreement with the Ravens and will likely play out the $23 million, fifth-year option of his rookie contract.
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