Kyler Murray Jan 17, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) scrambles out of the pocket against the Los Angeles Rams during the second quarter of the NFC Wild Card playoff game. Nfc Wild Card Playoff Cardinals Vs Rams

As many NFL fans might have expected, Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray will reportedly not be practicing in organized team activities (OTAs) with the team this week. Murray, as some may recall, is looking for a new contract with the team.

Although Murray will be guaranteed $29 million next year, he wants more money and a long-term deal. The thought of him actually being traded or him wanting to be traded has been denied by both Murray and Cardinals management.

“Nothing has changed in terms of him being our long-term and short-term quarterback,”  said Cardinals general manager Steve Keim.

Murray also said through social media that he wants to stay in Arizona and win a Super Bowl.

“I wanna win Super Bowls with the Cardinals, AZ is home,”  he said in response to comments by former Cardinals Patrick Peterson and Chase Edmonds on the podcast “All Things Covered” that they both thought Murray would seek an exit from the franchise because of the team’s culture.

This upcoming season seems to be critical for both Murray and head coach Kliff Kingsbury, and many think the latter’s job is on the line if the Cardinals don’t move beyond the first round of the NFC playoffs.

Regardless of the situation, Murray not showing up to camp is not a good look for him or the team.

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