Kyler Murray

Kyler Murray distinguished himself in 2018 by winning the Heisman Trophy, the Davey O’Brien Award, and the Manning Award. As a junior quarterback for the University of Oklahoma, he led the Sooners to a Big 12 Championship and a College Football Playoff appearance, throwing for over 4,000 yards and 42 touchdowns, alongside 1,000 rushing yards and 12 rushing touchdowns in the regular season. That same year, Murray was also recognized as the AP College Football Player of the Year, a First-team All-American, and the Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year, earning First-team All-Big 12 honors. His early athletic prowess was evident leading his high school football team to three consecutive state championships with a perfect 43-0 record as a starting quarterback.

Murray has continued to demonstrate his elite dual-threat capabilities, earning two Pro Bowl selections in 2020 and 2021. His leadership has been recognized by his peers, having been named team captain for five consecutive seasons from 2020 through 2024. He holds numerous Cardinals franchise records, including the highest career completion percentage (67.1%) and passer rating (92.4%), as well as the most rushing touchdowns by a quarterback (31). A prominent figure in the NFL, Murray has achieved historical milestones, becoming one of just four players in NFL history with over 19,000 passing yards and 3,000 rushing yards in their first six seasons.

He also holds the distinction of being the fastest player to reach 1,500 completions based on fewest career pass attempts. Murray’s diverse interests, including his noted proficiency in chess and gaming, further highlight his unique marketability both on and off the field.